Osaka Castle
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When did you stop by for the last the last time to look into your beloved's eyes, to hold her hand and feel the tepid emotions running through her veins? Osaka Castle is the perfect escape treat in the land of Oriental culture. Established in the 16 th century during the period of Azuchi-Momoyama era, this castle will remind you the tales of “Beauty and the Beast” and “Cinderella”. Osaka Castle is located near the Osakajo Koen Station. During the season of festivity and vibrancy, Osaka Castle takes looks like an angle of hope and progress.
The construction of the Castle was set in motion by Toyotomi Hideyoshi on the location of the Ikko-ikki temple of Ishiyama Hogan-ji. In the year of 1583, the master plan of the Osaka Castle revolved round five-story main tower, three stories underground and a gold leaf on the tower sides to entice the heart of the tourists. The interior constructions were completed by the year of 1585. According to the norms of ancestry, after the demise of Toyotomi Hideyoshi, the castle passed on to Toyotomi Hideyori. During the two years of 1614 and 1615, the castle stood witness to blood feuds and civil dilemmas of time.
It was under the political aegis of Tokugawa Hidetada the castle of Osaka was rearmed and renovated again. He re-planned the entire structure of the Castle. The walls constructed in the year of 1920 still remain a spectator to the tales of history. They are made of granite brought in from the Seto inland sea. They lend an ear to the narratives of innumerable souls who pay a visit in the Castle. In the year of 1665 lightning burnt the primordial tower. The Osaka Castle was reconstructed after the 19 th century when finances were collected solely for the purpose of repairing. Time and again Osaka Castle was transformed as the barrack under the political umbrella of Meiji government.
However, the continuous process of construction and re-construction could not evade the rudeness of hostilities. Several bombings left scars inflicted by human technologies. The main tower was dented due to the bombings. However, the Japanese government took the initiative to retain this piece of history and more. Now, the periphery of the Osaka Castle incorporates lush green gardens covering about 60,000 square meters. Spring is the season of love and life showering in the fragrance and blooms of cherry-blossoms. Complete the story of your life in this neverland of both human beings and nature.| Hotels in Osaka | |
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