Spread over an area of 502 hectares (1,240 acres), Nara Park lies nestled under the magnificent shadows of Mount Wakakusa, right in the heart of Nara. Said to be one of the oldest in Japan, the park is delightfully mottled with ponds, rolling green spaces as well as the shrines of Todai-ji (which houses a 15 meters (50 feet) tall statue of Buddha), Kofuku-ji and Kasuga. The park harbors thousands of wild Sika deer who amble freely through the ethereal green expanse, and are used to human presence. These deer have been declared as a national treasure, and warmly greet both adults and and kids who feed them Deer Crackers that are available at the little stalls located around the park. The park is home to the Nora National Museum, along with a rustic chaya, which is a traditional Japanese tea house. Bearing a wonderful parkscape which is revered all across the country, this idyllic park is one of the most remarkable landmarks of Nara. A soothing, picturesque canvas of blooming cherry blossoms come spring, Nara Park is a marvellous nexus of natural and religious ardor.