noun
Historical and poetic name for Nara, often used in contrast with 北都 (Kyoto).
See also: 北都
南都は古都奈良の雅称である。
Nanto is an elegant name for the ancient capital Nara.
noun
Kōfuku-ji (temple in Nara)
Refers specifically to Kōfuku-ji, a major Buddhist temple in Nara, often in historical or religious contexts.
See also: 北嶺
南都は興福寺を指すこともある。
Nanto can also refer to Kōfuku-ji.
北都 is the corresponding historical/poetic name for Kyoto, often paired with 南都.
Literally 'southern capital', a historical and poetic designation for Nara, contrasting with 北都 (northern capital) for Kyoto.