Gusuku Sites and Related Properties of the Kingdom of Ryukyu
琉球王国のグスク及び関連遺産群 · 오키나와현
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8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation1:56
Welcome to the Gusuku Sites and Related Properties of the Kingdom of Ryukyu. In the Japanese prefecture of Okinawa, the term 'Gusuku' refers to the unique castle walls and fortifications that represent a distinct culture from the…
Listen in the app2Shuri Castle: The Heart of the Kingdom1:31
Shuri Castle stands on a hill overlooking naha, okinawa's capital, and served as the Royal Palace for nearly 450 years. It was the center of culture, politics, and trade for the Ryukyu Kingdom. …
Listen in the app3Nakijin Castle: The Northern Stronghold1:23
Located in the north of Okinawa, Nakijin Castle was the stronghold of the Northern Kingdom before unification in the 14th century. It is the second-largest castle complex on the island, known for fortifications that were…
Listen in the app4Zakimi and Katsuren: The Warrior's Forts1:26
The Zakimi Castle ruins in Yomitan were built in the early 1400s by the legendary Commander Gosamaru to defend the Central Kingdom. While much of the original structure is gone, Zakimi features Okinawa's oldest arched gate and…
Listen in the app5Tamaudun: The Royal Mausoleum1:11
A short walk from Shuri Castle brings you to Tamaudun, the royal mausoleum of the Second Sho Dynasty, built in 1501 by King Sho Shin. This impressive tomb complex is carved directly from the limestone bedrock and serves as the…
Listen in the app6Shikinaen: The Royal Gardens1:11
Shikinaen served as the second residence and royal gardens of the Ryukyu kings, built at the end of the 18th century. This massive garden was designed as a 'stroll garden,' featuring a 300-meter circular path that leads visitors…
Listen in the app7Sefa-utaki: The Holiest Sanctuary1:16
Sefa-utaki is the most sacred place in all the Ryukyu Kingdom and remains a spiritual hub today. In Okinawa, 'Utaki' are natural sacred sites, and Sefa-utaki is the holiest of them all. …
Listen in the app8Closing1:06
As our exploration of the Gusuku sites concludes, you have witnessed the incredible physical and spiritual legacy of the Kingdom of Ryukyu. From the 'impenetrable' coral walls of Nakijin to the spiritual depths of Sefa-utaki,…
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What is Gusuku Sites and Related Properties of the Kingdom of Ryukyu?
Gusuku Sites and Related Properties of the Kingdom of Ryukyu is a place in 오키나와현 with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | 오키나와현 |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Total length | 11 min 00 s in all |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 26.2086, 127.6830 |
| Last updated |
