Shuri Area

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The Shuri area is a holy ground where the history and pride of Okinawa, which once flourished as the capital of the Ryukyu Kingdom, breath most deeply. Registered as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site, the Shuri Castle ruins, alleys with beautiful stone pavements, and historic shrines and temples are scattered, and just walking through this area makes you feel like you have slipped back in time to the elegant spacetime of the kingdom hundreds of years ago. Because it is on a hill, there are many scenic spots where you can overlook everything from the streets of Naha to the ocean, and you can feel the heavy history of Okinawa and the beauty of the modern city at the same time. Away from urban digital busyness, while tracing the elegant history romance of Ryukyu, enjoy strolling slowly and quietly, for a supreme culture and history travel experience.

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Ancient City Shuri - The City Walk

Okinawa Convention & Visitors Bureau

Shuri Area

Address: 1-chome Shuritouzokucho, Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture
Website: https://visitokinawajapan.com/destinations/okinawa-main-island/southern-okinawa-main-island/shuri/
Operator: Naha City Tourism Association

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