historic site; historic spot; historic remains
Refers to a place of historical significance, often with physical remnants or ruins. Used in travel, cultural heritage, and academic contexts.
There are many historic sites in Kyoto.
This historic site is designated as an Important Cultural Property of Japan.
scenic sites and historic places
Standard kanji spelling for 'historic site'.
Variant using 蹟 (footprint/trace); less common but still encountered.
Compound of 古 (old) and 跡/蹟 (trace, remains). The spelling 古跡 is standard; 古蹟 uses a variant character for 'trace'.