Daigoji is a Shingon Buddhist temple complex in Kyoto (ancient Heiankyo), Japan, which was founded in 874 CE by the scholar monk Shobo (aka Rigen Daishi). The site established close ties with the imperial family and became an important place of pilgrimage. The famous pagoda of Daigoji is the oldest building in Kyoto. The temple complex has 70 wooden structures, 18 National Treasures of Japan and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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874The Buddhist Daigoji temple is founded by Shobo at Heiankyo (Kyoto).
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926The lower precinct or Shimo Daigo is developed at the Buddhist temple site of Daigoji.
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c. 951The five-storey pagoda is built at Daigoji, Heiankyo (Kyoto).
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1115The Buddhist Daigoji temple complex at Heiankyo (Kyoto) is significantly expanded.
