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Himeji Castle & Kokoen Garden

Himeji, Japón

Himeji Castle & Kokoen Garden

DETALLES

  • 4
    horas Duración estimada

Browse two vastly different Himeji icons; one a centuries-old castle, the other a magnificent garden planted just a few decades ago. Himeji developed as a castle town when a fortress was built there in the 14th century. The recon structed version that stands today is considered the finest surviving 17th-century castle architecture in Japan, the reason UNESCO deemed it a World Heritage site. As you browse the interior, you can expect to see its main keep, rock chutes and concealed spaces built for defensive purposes. The top floor offers a panoramic view and the best perspective to see the maze invaders had to negotiate to reach the castle. In contrast, the draw of nearby Kokoen Garden is its peace and tranquility. Although it opened in 1992, the garden looks as if it has been there for centuries. That was the intent, as the design reflects the gardens of Japan’s 250-year Edo period that ended in 1867.


HIGHLIGHTS

• Marvel at the features that earned the castle a UNESCO World Heritage site designation.
• Meander through serene Kokoen Garden, which reflects Edo period garden design.
• Notice the garden’s different themes showcasing plants such as flowers and bamboo.


HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

Need to Know:

Note: This tour includes approximately 3 hours of walking. It is not available to guests who utilize a wheelchair. Those guests with mobility concerns are cautioned to evaluate their personal level of ability and stamina. Casual clothing and comfortable, flat walking shoes are suggested. The order of the sites visited or viewed may vary. Please bring local currency for any purchases. Once at Himeji Castle, guests need to take off their shoes inside the main building. There are more than 200 steps, steep steps in the main building, and there are walking on unpaved, graved, and inclined path. The facility might close due to inclement weather. The facility might have strict restriction on the number of people to enter the castle, that might lead to a long waiting time or the possibility of the group not being able to go into the castle. In case the group cannot enter, we will let the group have a photo stop of the exterior of the castle and refund the entrance fee.

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CARACTERÍSTICAS DE LA ACTIVIDAD

Tipo de excursión:

Hitos históricos
Tours en zonas indómitas

Nivel de actividad:

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Tours with this activity level involve walking over relatively level terrain, possibly some cobblestone, gravel, or a few steps. Comfortable shoes are recommended.
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