Nara Park is a large public park in Nara, Japan that is home to over 1,200 free-roaming Sika deer. The deer are considered sacred in Japanese culture and are protected by the Shinto religion. The park also contains several important historical and cultural sites, including Todai-ji Temple and Kasuga-taisha Shrine, two of the most important temples in Japan. Visitors can walk or rent bicycles to tour the park and interact with the deer, who are known to approach visitors and even nibble on crackers or senbei (rice crackers) sold by vendors in the park. Nara Park is a popular destination for both locals and tourists, offering a unique blend of nature and history in the heart of the city.
