Naha: 1.5h Shurijo Castle Tour into the Heart of RyukyuFrom Naha Airport
ID: GYG1051945-O-1619065
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Paese: Ecuador
Durata:
02:30 ore
Descrizione
Explore Shurijo Castle on a guided tour in Okinawa. Learn about the Ryukyu Kingdom, admire the striking architecture, and witness the “Opening Gate Ceremony” at sunrise with the early morning option.
Begin your journey at Shurijo Castle, the heart of Ryukyuan politics, diplomacy, and spiritual life. Admire the striking vermilion buildings, the gracefully curved limestone walls, and the sacred presence within the castle grounds.
Explore multiple Utaki (sacred sites) that still remain inside, and from the highest point of the castle, gaze toward Kudaka Island, revered as the birthplace of life in Ryukyuan mythology.
Learn about the history of the Ryukyu Kingdom, which was not ruled by military power, but through rituals, diplomacy, and flourishing maritime trade. Discover how the castle was built to express the sacred authority of the king and the kingdom’s guiding principles of peace and international openness.
Choose the optional early morning plan to witness the rare “Opening Gate Ceremony,” performed only at sunrise.
Punti salienti
- Feel the sacred presence of Shurijo Castle, a symbol of peace and diplomacy
- Discover the history of the Ryukyu Kingdom with a local guide
- Admire the striking vermilion buildings and gracefully curved limestone walls
- Learn about the kingdom’s guiding principles of peace and international openness
- Witness the “Opening Gate Ceremony” at sunrise with the early morning option
Lingue guida
INFORMAZIONI IMPORTANTI
The central Seiden (Main Hall) was destroyed by fire in recent years and is being reconstructed.
The tour offers a chance to witness the Opening Gate Ceremony, performed only at sunrise.
INCLUSO
- 1.5-hour guided walk through Shurijo Castle's main areas
- Local expert guide
- Optional early morning Opening Gate Ceremony
Quando dovrei prenotare?
Per garantire la disponibilità, prenota il prima possibile. La prenotazione anticipata è consigliata soprattutto se stai pianificando il viaggio durante l'alta stagione come le festività pubbliche o i fine settimana.
Cancellazioni
Questa escursione può essere annullata senza costi fino a 24 ore prima dell'inizio del viaggio. Se la annulli dopo 24 ore o non ti presenti all'escursione, ti verrà comunque addebitato il prezzo intero dell'attività. Essere in ritardo al ritiro o alla partenza sarà considerato come non presentarsi.
