Mighty SHURI Castle, which was built in the 15th century as a royal residence of the rulers of Ryukyu State, today it is considered one of the main attractions, not only in Okinawa but also all over Japan. Once in the Castle, as if suddenly transported back to several centuries ago. Here are all the same paved streets and courtyards, buildings, covered red tiles and surrounded by two rings of mighty walls. Ulterior motive in 2000, the castle was recognized as part of the UNESCO World Heritage site.
The long history of Shuri castle dates back to the long-departed time existence of Ryukyuan State. Erected this stronghold was still in 15 century on the orders of the ruler Shō Hashi. Since then the fate of not especially spare Castle — several times he was destroyed by ruthless fiery element, but each time it rose from the flames like the bird Phoenix. This fortress was considered the most beautiful around the Ryukyu Islands and the glory of it went across the country.
In 1879, after Japan invaded Ryukyu State land, last ruler Shō Tai handed Castle a Government delegation of the Japanese emperor. Later there was placed a separate headquarters Okinawan Expeditionary Corps garrison of Kumamoto.
In an era when locks are already long ago lost its strategic importance, under the direction of architect Tûta Ito restoration was carried out of the Castle, it happened in the 20-ies of the last century.
Already in 1925 SHURI Castle was appreciated and included in the list of national treasures of Japan.
Not spared by strengthening and new, the largest in the history of mankind is the second world war. In 1944 after the American air raid here left no stone unturned. The fact of the matter is that the castle was situated 32 5th Army Headquarters in Japan. After the end of the second world war and the defeat of Japan, the United States occupation authorities opened on the ruins of the castle of Rûkûskij University. In 1972, after Okinawa was again composed of Japan, what was left of the once-powerful Citadel was again proclaimed an important historical monument of national importance.
Erected this stronghold was still in 15 century on the orders of the ruler Shō Hashi. Since then the fate of not especially spare Castle — several times he was destroyed by ruthless fiery element, but each time it rose from the flames like the bird Phoenix.
In 1986 were carried out comprehensive work on the restoration of the Castle. Restoration of the affected walls, bridges, gates, buildings and gardens of Shuri. And in 1992, the castle became part of the Okinawan State cultural reserve. 8 years later, at the beginning of the new millennium, Shuri recognized part of the UNESCO World Heritage site.
The length of the architectural complex from North to South is about 270 m from West to East is approximately 400 m. looking at Shuri on top, you can see that its shape is oval, which is surrounded by impregnable walls. The total area of its order 46 sq.m. m. impress by their strength and solidity of its fortifications: for entrance of the castle there are four gates in the outer wall. The inner part is separated from the outer wall with 8 gates. These boulders can be seen the Castle courtyard, where once was a luxurious Palace and Government buildings of the mighty State Ryukyuan.
The long history of Shuri castle dates back to the long-departed time existence of Ryukyuan State. Erected this stronghold was still in 15 century on the orders of the ruler Shō Hashi. Since then the fate of not especially spare Castle — several times he was destroyed by ruthless fiery element, but each time it rose from the flames like the bird Phoenix. This fortress was considered the most beautiful around the Ryukyu Islands and the glory of it went across the country.
In 1879, after Japan invaded Ryukyu State land, last ruler Shō Tai handed Castle a Government delegation of the Japanese emperor. Later there was placed a separate headquarters Okinawan Expeditionary Corps garrison of Kumamoto.
In an era when locks are already long ago lost its strategic importance, under the direction of architect Tûta Ito restoration was carried out of the Castle, it happened in the 20-ies of the last century.
Already in 1925 SHURI Castle was appreciated and included in the list of national treasures of Japan.
Not spared by strengthening and new, the largest in the history of mankind is the second world war. In 1944 after the American air raid here left no stone unturned. The fact of the matter is that the castle was situated 32 5th Army Headquarters in Japan. After the end of the second world war and the defeat of Japan, the United States occupation authorities opened on the ruins of the castle of Rûkûskij University. In 1972, after Okinawa was again composed of Japan, what was left of the once-powerful Citadel was again proclaimed an important historical monument of national importance.
Erected this stronghold was still in 15 century on the orders of the ruler Shō Hashi. Since then the fate of not especially spare Castle — several times he was destroyed by ruthless fiery element, but each time it rose from the flames like the bird Phoenix.
In 1986 were carried out comprehensive work on the restoration of the Castle. Restoration of the affected walls, bridges, gates, buildings and gardens of Shuri. And in 1992, the castle became part of the Okinawan State cultural reserve. 8 years later, at the beginning of the new millennium, Shuri recognized part of the UNESCO World Heritage site.
The length of the architectural complex from North to South is about 270 m from West to East is approximately 400 m. looking at Shuri on top, you can see that its shape is oval, which is surrounded by impregnable walls. The total area of its order 46 sq.m. m. impress by their strength and solidity of its fortifications: for entrance of the castle there are four gates in the outer wall. The inner part is separated from the outer wall with 8 gates. These boulders can be seen the Castle courtyard, where once was a luxurious Palace and Government buildings of the mighty State Ryukyuan.
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