Nakagusuku Castle ruins (中城城) are the remains of an important 15th century castle of the Ryukyu Kingdom. The ruins are beautifully located with great views, but they are also an important part of Ryukyu history, and is therefor also listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Hotels in Okinawa Car Rental Okinawa Located on top of …
Tamaudun is a royal mausoleum in Okinawa. It is one of three royal Mausoleums, and was constructed for the royal family of the Ryukyu Kingdom in 1501. Hotels in Okinawa Car Rental Okinawa Tamaudun, which is located quite near Shuri Castle in modern day Naha, is one of three royal mausoleums in Okinawa. The mausoleums were …
Zakimi Castle Ruins are the remains of a historic castle from the 1400’s. Only the castle’s beautifully curved stone walls remain today, though some have been reconstructed due to damage during war times. The castle is an important part of Ryukyu history, and is often missed by tourists in Okinawa despite being listed as a …
