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Shuri Castle, Okinawa - Japan: This is one of the famous attraction in Naha, Okinawa. We can walk inside and outside which may take over an hour. However, this castle was just got fired in Novemver 2019 which shocked the lical tourism industry!

Shuri castle is a red castle located at Naha, Okinawa, Japan. If you are in Naha for a day, this is your must visit place. Very easy to get to on the Monorail. Get off at the Shuri Station and then it is a short 0.5 mile walk. The grounds and palace are nice. You take a self-guided tour by following signs. Limited information is provided but it is enough. There is a good amount of stairs involved to see everything. You can also walk the ramparts. At the main gate, you can dress up in traditional costumes for a fee and get your photo taken. After you are done, take the short walk to the family mausoleum. It is a separate smaller fee and takes about 15 minutes to see. The castle is worth to visit. It is also a nice experience to walk around during night that castle a surrounding areas a nicely lighted. From the surrounding area there is a nice view of the city. #givethanks #givethanks

Very touristic as many tours will come by, but the historical value is well worth it. It is children and elderly friendly. It starts with a climb up 6 gates before you reach the castle main grounds. Inside the castle, you will now go back centuries ago where many stories will unfold. Finally at the end of the castle, there is another few more steps up the observatory deck for a final majestic view and scenic view of the city of Okinawa. Highly recommend if in Okinawa. #GiveThanks

Long-distance Okinawa 2nd must play attractions! After coming to Japan, I went to Okinawa no more than 4 or 5 times, but my friend who came to Okinawa for the first time may still be confused and I dont know where to play. The best way to practice is to swim. Okinawa, almost all the lines can be used to punch all the Okinawa must-have attractions, but because Okinawa attractions are far away, so it basically takes two days to play, the route from south to north is relatively smooth, and relatively speaking It's easier! Here, I recommend 5 Okinawa must-have attractions. I have not been to these points. I have never been to Okinawa! If you are at Naha Airport, start playing in the south of Okinawa DAY1

I visited Shuri Castle in Okinawa. It was a bit of a walk from the station, but there was a convenience store along the way, so it wasn't too tough. On the way to Shuri Castle, I had the opportunity to talk with some locals, and I was told that the castle is part of their walking route, so they showed me the way. The character of the people in Okinawa was very soothing. The buildings were nice, but the view of the city of Okinawa from the top was also great. The fourth photo shows a statue that was brought from China and is the only one remaining, I was told. The inside of Shuri Castle is under construction, and you can enter, but I didn't go in this time. I was able to see the appearance of a fire and buildings that withstood the fire. I definitely want to visit again.

#2024wish The Seiden, a distinctively Ryukyuan-style structure which has an architectural-style not even found in Japan or in China, is today the most important building that symbolized the reign over the Ryukyu Kingdom. Some of the primer coating used are lacquer, and Chinese wood oil for color. All the structures were reduced to ashes during the Battle of Okinawa; but, some of them have been reconstructed.

#2024wish Shurjo castle was the central governing structure of the Ryukyu kingdom for approximately 500 years. It was entirely destroyed during WWII, and restored in 1992. Its located in Okinawa’s capital, Naha, and is easily the most visited location in the prefecture. This particular structure is called the Seidan, and is considered the most important part of the castle. Note that the tops of the castle are ornamented with dragons. Dragons which represented the King, were a symbol of power. In 2024, I want to tavel back to Okinawa.

Shuri Castle, located in Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture, Japan, is an ancient city full of historical and cultural connotations. It was once the political center of the Ryukyu Kingdom and has now become one of the historical attractions in Okinawa. Shuri Castle was the palace and government institution during the Ryukyu Kingdom era, possessing a rich historical and cultural heritage. The architectural style here is unique, blending Ryukyu traditional architecture and Japanese architectural elements, showcasing the unique charm of Ryukyu culture. The architectural complex within Shuri Castle includes the palace, government institutions, temples, and city walls, each building has its unique significance and historical background. Visitors can appreciate the exquisite architecture and sculptures here, and understand the history and culture of the Ryukyu Kingdom. In addition, Shuri Castle is also a place for the inheritance of traditional Okinawan culture. The traditional culture here includes music, dance, painting, sculpture, etc., showing the wisdom and talent of the Okinawan people. Visitors can experience the unique cultural atmosphere of Okinawa here and feel the charm of traditional culture.

Shuri Castle is one of the main sights of the okinawa island. It is one of the wonders inherited from Ryukyu Kingdom. Unfortunately on the night of October 30th 2019, a violent fire fed by strong winds destroyed large parts of Shuri Castle. I was lucky enough to see this castle before the fire accident.#wintergetaway #wintergetaway

The charming grounds of Shuri Palace in Japan. These pictures were taken before the fire in October 2019 that destroyed much of the Shuri Palace. Such a tragic loss. Parts of the palace have re-opened now. #happynewyear #happynewyear

Okinawa must punch card: How can I go to Shuri Castle to the Okinawa in the Sakura Castle Go to Okinawa from the 15th to the 19th century is the location of the capital of the Ryukyu Kingdom and the Royal Palace, the political and power of the Ryukyu Kingdom The center, which was destroyed four times, was last rebuilt in 1992. It seems that although the scale is not large, the land in Okinawa was already quite authoritative. The current Shuri Castle is a Tang Dynasty style building with replicas of the prototypes after the war. Shuri Castle is the palace building of the Ryukyu Kingdom. It was the place where the King handled state affairs, interviewed envoys and held important celebrations. It blended the architectural features of China, Japan and Ryukyu Island. The old castle has the North Palace, the South Palace, the Shuri Gate and many gates. The main hall can be photographed in order, and there are quite a lot of people visiting. It is recommended to go early~

No tickets are required to enter Shuri Castle Park. In fact, only a small area of the main hall needs tickets, the whole park is very large, and the non-fee area can be visited for a long time. Passing through the door above is the real toll area. The park has a lot of angles overlooking Naha and the blue shores in the distance. I thought that coming here is just to appreciate architecture and humanities, which really brings a lot of surprises. Shuri Castle was built at the end of the 14th century AD, and the Ryukyu Kingdom was not established until 1429, which was the 15th century. It is said that "there is a Shuri Castle first, and then a Ryukyu country." Shuri Castle is the residence of the kings of the Ryukyu Kingdom. It is the political center of the Ryukyu Kingdom and the witness of the history of the Ryukyu Kingdom. The authenticity of Shuri Castle was burned down during World War II. Today it is rebuilt in 1992, which combines the architectural features of China and Japan and Okinawa. The essence of Shuri Castle is not entirely in the main hall itself, but the real ancient city remains on the periphery, a city gate, and a stone monument, may have been baptized for a hundred years. The main hall is the core building of the entire park and the largest wooden monument in the Ryukyu Kingdom. The double-decker building on the top of the main hall of the main hall is very similar to the Taihe Temple in the Forbidden City in Beijing. Although it is everywhere in our country, the miniature Okinawa is indeed a giant. The front of the Tang Dynasty windbreaker decoration, engraved with a flame orb, painted with Jinlongxiangyun, is the most eye-catching part; such a design can also be found in Japanese shrines, but it is seamlessly combined with the Chinese building's cornice. After entering the main hall, the rigor and humanity of the Japanese business is undoubtedly revealed. The shoes need to be taken off the shoes, and the staff will provide visitors with clean thick bags to hold the shoes and recycle them at the exit after completing the tour. And there is a clear indication of the tour route, do not have to go back to the road; many places in the hall for the protection of culture and copyright, can not take pictures, can be prompted when taking pictures, very human. After going out of the main hall, follow the instructions to visit the outdoor Yuihara, the world known as the inner city of Shuri, is the living space of the king and his family, and it is also the commanding height of Shuricheng. From the city wall, you can overlook the city of Naha. If you don't have a towering skyscraper, the light-colored buildings such as the small grain Lego are seamlessly spliced and densely packed. The sea breeze blowing from a distance seems to be mixed with a touch of salty taste, which is the most amazing place in the entire Shuri Park.