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Zakimi Castle
UNESCO World Heritage Site / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Zakimi Castle (座喜味城, Zakimi jō, Okinawan: Zachimi Gushiku[1]) is a Ryukyuan gusuku in Yomitan, Okinawa. It is in ruins, but the walls and foundations have been restored. In 2000, Zakimi Castle was designated as a World Heritage Site, as a part of the Gusuku Sites and Related Properties of the Kingdom of Ryukyu.
Quick Facts Zakimi Castle 座喜味城, Coordinates ...
Zakimi Castle 座喜味城 | |
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Yomitan, Okinawa | |
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Coordinates | 26°24′30″N 127°44′31″E |
Type | Gusuku |
Site information | |
Open to the public | yes |
Condition | Ruins, partially restored |
Site history | |
Built | 1416-1422 |
Built by | Gosamaru |
In use | 1422– |
Materials | Ryukyuan limestone, wood |
Battles/wars | |
Criteria | Cultural: ii, iii, vi |
Reference | 972 |
Inscription | 2000 (24th Session) |
Garrison information | |
Occupants | Gosamaru, Aji of Yomitan Magiri |
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