Naha: Forts and Castles
Places and attractions in the Forts and castles category
Shuri Castle
Shuri Castle, an emblematic landmark of the city of Naha, Japan, is a testament to the rich history of the Ryukyu Kingdom. Situated on a hilltop offering panoramic views of the city, this reconstructed castle is a symbol of Okinawa's cultural heritage.
Urasoe Castle
Urasoe Castle is a Ryukyuan gusuku which served as the capital of the medieval Okinawan principality of Chūzan prior to the unification of the island into the Ryukyu Kingdom, and the moving of the capital to Shuri.
Gusuku Sites and Related Properties of the Kingdom of Ryukyu
The Gusuku Sites and Related Properties of the Kingdom of Ryukyu is an UNESCO World Heritage Site which consists of nine sites all located in the Okinawa Prefecture, Japan.
Tomigusuku Castle
Tomigusuku Castle is a Ryukyuan gusuku in Tomigusuku, Okinawa. It was built in about 1400 by Ououso, then King of Nanzan, and is now a ruined castle. The castle is not far off of Highway 58.
Gusuku
Gusuku often refers to castles or fortresses in the Ryukyu Islands that feature stone walls. However, the origin and essence of gusuku remain controversial.
Mie Castle
Mie Castle is a Ryukyuan gusuku in Naha, Okinawa. It is located on the northern mouth of the Kokuba River in Naha Port.
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