Nijō Castle

二条城
castle in Kyoto
#11 in Kyoto / #40 in Japan
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Nijō Castle, located in Kyoto, Japan, is a historic site that was constructed in 1603 as the residence of Tokugawa Ieyasu, the first shogun of the Edo Period. This magnificent castle complex is renowned for its impressive architecture, beautiful gardens, and intricate interior design, including the famous "nightingale floors" that chirp when walked upon to alert occupants of potential intruders.


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