It was designated as a national treasure in 1933. Although it was completely destroyed during the Okinawa fighting, it was restored in 1958. It was originally built in 1519. This building was restored after the war.
Shureimon Gate was build to invite Chinese envoy. World Heritage, Sonohyan Utaki,
Kankai gate was built during king Sho-Ma era(1477-1526). It was burned by the war and it was restored in 1974.
is where people pray for their local Gods. Kankaimon Gate is main gate for Shuri.
Stone Lions are famous in Okinawa. By the Castle wall stone stairs continue.
Ryuhi was used as a water place only for king and Chinese envoys.
Zuisenmon Gate is named after Ryuhi. Rhuhiis a dragon gutter. Ryuhi Water Conduit
A water tank was installed in the turret atop the gate, and the amount of dripping water was used to measure time.
It was built around 1470. Zuisen means a pond with happiness. Roukokumon Gate is used
Wooden Gate.
for measuring time. Koufukumon is 4th gate Left gate is Kankaimon, and right is Kyukeimon.
A site of worship located in front of the castle wall is called 'Suimui-utaki.' According to the mythology of the Ryukyus, the sacred site was created by the hands of god.
SuimuiUtaki, Prayer Grove. Una Forecourt,main square. Main Hall,biggest building in Ryukyu Kingdom.
Space,like Chinese palace Court, used for ceremonies South Palace,build 1621-27 Watch Office for visitors
North Hall is used for central government office. A pair of Dragon 4.1m high
3 dimensional lions and gold dragon are fantastic 33 dragons, symbol of King Most dragons are pairs
Both side of Gable are gold dragons fortune cloud Ryukyu traditional dance is performed in courtyard.
White mortar is used to seal roof not to be blown by typhoon
Mortar white and red roof Popular Gajumaro tree Dragon Pond made in 1427 Benzai,Safe Voyage Goddess
Kyukeimon is ordinary gate and castle side entrance Castle wall Monument of Shuri Castle

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