Suzakumon Gate reconstruction

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Suzakumon Gate reconstruction is a modern rebuilt version of the ancient main gate of Heijō Palace in Nara, Japan, created to evoke and preserve the appearance of the original Nara-period imperial entrance.

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Predicate Object
instanceOf architectural reconstruction
cultural heritage project
tourist attraction
access reachable by visitors to Heijō Palace site
architecturalStyle recreated Nara-period palace architecture
associatedWith Heijō-kyō ancient capital
Japanese Agency for Cultural Affairs NERFINISHED
Nara municipal authorities
basedOn Nara-period Suzakumon Gate NERFINISHED
category Japanese palace architecture reconstructions
Reconstructed buildings and structures in Japan
Tourist attractions in Nara Prefecture
color vermilion
country Japan
culturalSignificance iconic symbol of Nara’s ancient capital era
represents main southern gate of ancient imperial palace
function educational display of ancient palace architecture
evoke appearance of original imperial gate
preserve historical appearance of Suzakumon
symbolic main entrance to Heijō Palace site
hasFeature elevated gate platform
large multi-bay gate structure
painted wooden columns and beams
symmetrical façade
tiled roof with ridge ornaments
hasOriginal Suzakumon Gate NERFINISHED
heritagePeriodRepresented Nara period NERFINISHED
heritageType reconstructed historic structure
locatedIn Heijō Palace site NERFINISHED
Japan
Nara City NERFINISHED
Nara Prefecture NERFINISHED
material tile roofing
wood
openToPublic yes
partOf Heijō Palace historical park NERFINISHED
purpose cultural heritage preservation
public history education
tourism promotion
reconstructionMethod based on archaeological research
based on historical documents and drawings
reconstructionMotivation enhancement of understanding of Nara-period court life
revitalization of ancient capital landscape
reconstructionStatus completed
usedFor ceremonial and commemorative events
visitor orientation at Heijō Palace site

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Heijō Palace hasReconstruction Suzakumon Gate reconstruction