noun
places of scenic beauty and historical interest; famous scenic spots and historic sites
A yojijukugo often used in travel contexts to refer collectively to well-known scenic and historic locations.
京都には名所旧跡がたくさんあります。
There are many places of scenic beauty and historical interest in Kyoto.
週末に名所旧跡を巡る旅に出かけた。
I went on a trip to visit famous scenic spots and historic sites over the weekend.
Compound of 名所 (famous place) and 旧跡 (historic site). The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but the combination is a standard yojijukugo.