(Baonghean.vn) - The island nation of Japan has a rich history and cultural traditions, so there are many famous castles and palaces that attract tourists. The Imperial Palace is included in that list. With the unique construction style of the Japanese, this citadel architecture has become a pilgrimage site for tourists from all over the world.
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| Located in the Chiyoda ward of Tokyo, the Tokyo Imperial Palace has been the main residence of the Emperor and his family for the past two centuries. Photo: Diandandunia.net. |
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| This structure was built on the site of the old Edo Castle, which was once the headquarters of the Tokugawa Shogunate - the power that controlled Japan from 1603 to 1867. Since 1869, Emperor Meiji moved the capital from Kyoto to Tokyo and chose this place as the Imperial Palace. Photo: Andi.flowrider.ch. |
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| Tokyo Imperial Palace was heavily damaged during World War II, but was later rebuilt to its former glory. Photo: Countryexplorers.club. |
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| Today, the Imperial Palace is an architectural complex of palaces, gardens and many other structures with a total area of 7.41 square kilometers, divided into different areas by moats and stone walls. Photo: Japan Guide. |
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| The East Gardens of the Imperial Palace are famous for their beautifully manicured Japanese gardens set around a peaceful pond. They are open to the public from Monday to Friday. Photo: Singlerockworld.blogspot.com. |
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| To the north of the Imperial Palace is Kitanomaru Park and the Nippon Budokan - where many of Tokyo's international cultural events take place. Photo: Tokyo 2020. |
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| The Imperial Palace also houses the Imperial Palace Collection Museum, which displays handicrafts, paintings and calligraphy that have been passed down from generation to generation in the royal family. Photo: Japan National Tourism Organization. |
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| In addition, the ruins of Edo Castle are also notable tourist attractions in the Imperial Palace. Photo: The World Is A Book. |
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| The inner palace area is not open to visitors. However, on December 23 (Emperor Akihito's birthday) and January 2 (New Year's Day) every year, visitors will be allowed to enter this area to see members of the Imperial Family waving from the balconies. Photo: Xuite.net. |
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| Panoramic view of Tokyo Imperial Palace from above. Photo: Pinterest.com. |
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