Nara facts for kids

Nara is a word that can mean many different things! It is used for places, people, and even a special time in history. When you see "Nara," it might be talking about a famous city in Japan, a person, or something else entirely.

Places Called Nara

Nara is the name of several places around the world. The most famous one is in Japan.

Nara, Japan

Nara is a beautiful city in Japan. It is the capital city of Nara Prefecture. Long ago, from the year 710 to 784, Nara was the capital of Japan! This time is known as the Nara period. The city is famous for its old temples, shrines, and especially its friendly wild deer that roam freely in Nara Park. Many tourists visit Nara to see these deer and the ancient buildings.

Nara Prefecture

Nara Prefecture is a region in Japan. It is located in the Kansai area of Honshu island. The capital city of this prefecture is also called Nara. This area is known for its rich history and beautiful nature, including mountains and forests.

Other Places Named Nara

• Nara, Attock: A village located in Attock, Pakistan.
• Nara, Jhelum: Another village, found in Jhelum, Pakistan.
• Nara, Mali: A city located in the country of Mali in West Africa.
• Nara River: A river that flows through Russia.

People Named Nara

Many people around the world have "Nara" as part of their name. Here are a few famous ones:

Singers

• Jang Na-ra (born 1981): She is a popular female singer and actress from South Korea. She has released many albums and starred in TV shows.
• Kwon Nara (born 1991): Another talented female singer and actress from South Korea. She was part of the K-pop girl group Hello Venus.
• Nara Leão (1942 - 1989): A famous female singer from Brazil. She was an important artist in the Bossa Nova music style.

Politicians

• Nara Lokesh (born 1983): An Indian male politician. He has held important positions in the government of Andhra Pradesh, a state in India.

Artists

• Yoshitomo Nara (born 1959): A well-known Japanese male artist. He is famous for his unique paintings and sculptures of children and animals with big heads and expressive eyes.

Athletes

• Kurumi Nara (born 1991): A Japanese female professional tennis player. She has competed in many major tennis tournaments around the world.

Other Uses of Nara

Besides places and people, "Nara" can also refer to a time in history or even ships!

Nara Period

The Nara period was a very important time in Japanese history. It lasted from the year 710 to 784. During this period, the city of Nara was the capital of Japan. It was a time when Japanese culture, art, and government developed a lot, often influenced by ideas from China. Many famous temples and works of art were created during this time.

Nara (ship)

The name "Nara" has been used for several Japanese ships. The word "Nara" in Japanese means "oak," which is a strong tree. These ships were often named after the oak tree.

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