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This list is of the Historic Sites of Japan located within the Prefecture of Okinawa. Much of the heritage of the Ryūkyū Kingdom and Islands was destroyed during the Battle of Okinawa. The mausoleum complex of Tamaudun, Shuri Castle, Katsuren Castle, Nakagusuku Castle, Nakijin Castle, Zakimi Castle, Sefa-utaki, and Sonohyan-utaki all form part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site Gusuku Sites and Related Properties of the Kingdom of Ryukyu.
Contents
- Map of Okinawa Prefecture Japan
- National Historic Sites
- Prefectural Historic Sites
- Municipal Historic Sites
- References
Map of Okinawa Prefecture, Japan
National Historic Sites
As of 1 December 2014, thirty-nine sites have been designated as being of national significance.
Prefectural Historic Sites
As of 1 May 2014, fifty-four sites have been designated as being of prefectural importance.
Municipal Historic Sites
As of 1 May 2014, a further two hundred and ninety-six sites have been designated as being of municipal importance.
References
List of Historic Sites of Japan (Okinawa) Wikipedia(Text) CC BY-SA