Tōdaiji Temple is a historic Buddhist temple located in Nara, Japan. Founded in the 8th century, it is renowned for housing the Great Buddha, a massive bronze statue known as Daibutsu. The temple complex is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and features impressive architecture, including the Great South Gate. The temple serves as the head temple of the Kegon school of Buddhism. Its main hall, known as the Daibutsuden or Great Buddha Hall, is one of the largest wooden structures in the world. Tōdaiji plays a significant role in Japanese culture and history, attracting many visitors each year.