Okinawa Travel ~ Gyokusen Cave

#JanuaryGoodPlaces2025 Yuquan Cave: "Witness a 300,000-year-old geographical miracle carved by nature" Gyokusen Cave is the second largest stalactite in Japan. It is 5 kilometers long, but only 900 meters are open to tourists at this stage. It is very convenient to visit whether you drive or take a car. It is listed as a "tangible cultural property" by Japan. Visiting Okinawa in winter is when the temperature is most suitable. The interior of the cave is decorated with dazzling lights, adding a bit of intoxicating color~! ! 📖Geography class time: Stalactites are a type of dripstone, which refers to calcium carbonate deposits in different forms such as stalactites, stalagmites, and stone columns formed in caves in carbonate rock areas over a long geological history and under specific geological conditions. Stalactites: Coral rocks that grow from the top of a cave "Stalagmites": Coral rocks that grow upward from the ground When stalactites and stalagmites are connected, they become stone pillars. 🪸Must see key points: ～Meotowa Rock～ Just like its name suggests, travelers who visit here may wish to observe carefully. There are two rocks very close to each other, just like a couple in love. Come and find them! ! ～Gun patio～ This domineering yet childish name actually refers to the many slender and sharp stalactites on the ceiling. It is said that there are more than 20,000 of them! ! It's actually quite oppressive after watching it for a long time! ! ~ Bell of the Rising Dragon ~ Actually, I don’t know why it is called this name. I have the impression that it may be because it is a bit short and fat, and its shape is like a bell, so it was given this name! ? Since it is a must-see area, let’s take some photos of it~ ~Fossil Square~ There used to be many deer living in Yuquan Cave, but they became extinct about 15,000 years ago. If you look closely, you can still see many fossils of deer bones! ! Isn't this a very appropriate name? ～Qingquan～ The blue-green LED lights reflected on the lake surface add a touch of mystery and fantasy to the stalactites. It is definitely one of the must-sees! ! ~Curtain of Twisting~ A whole group of stalactites cascade down from the ceiling, just like a waterfall flowing down. It is spectacular, and stalactites are more difficult to form, so you must go there to take pictures. ~ Thousand Monks ~ This is one of the wonders formed by many densely packed small stalactites. After looking at it for a long time, it looks like many small dolls standing there looking at you. The name can be said to be just right~ ✨Must-see performances: ~ So encouraging ~ There are three performances every day, at 10:30, 12:30 and 14:30, each lasting about half an hour. In addition to the Taiko drums, there are many traditional musical instruments and dances that are only used by the local Ryukyu aborigines. You can enjoy them. However, photography and video recording are prohibited during the performance! ! Just let yourself relax and enjoy this unique feast! ! ~Viper Show~ There are three shows every day, at 11:30, 13:30 and 15:30 respectively. The audience will be introduced to knowledge about venomous snakes and will be combined with balloons 🎈 and otters 🦦 to help the audience better understand the habits of venomous snakes. The whole performance can be recorded and photographed 📷. Don’t forget to visit the "Venomous Snake Museum" next door after the show! ! 📍Address: 1336 Tamakimaekawa, Nancheng City, Okinawa Prefecture 🕰️Business hours: 0900-17:30 💰Per capita consumption: (Yuquan Cave + Venomous Snake Museum + Wangguo Village) 1. Adults 2,000 yen (15 years old and above) 2. Children 1,000 yen (4 to 14 years old) 3. Free for children under 3 years old 💞Recommended reasons: 1. World Tangible Cultural Property 2. Travelers who are interested in animal ecology must visit 3. If you are interested in the humanities and geographical environment, you must come here to visit! 4. If you love taking beautiful photos, don’t miss it! ~ 🚴Transportation: Self-driving: Enter Mapcode "232 495 330*28" and there is free parking. Public transportation: Take Ryukyu Bus No. 83 (Gyokusendo Line) or No. 54 (Maekawa Line) from Naha Bus Terminal and get off at "Gyokusendo-mae" 🗓️Itinerary: Self-driving: Yuquan Cave - Wangguo Village - Venomous Snake Museum - Owu Island Popular tools: Yuquan Cave-Wangguo Village-Venomous Snake Museum #SoloTravel #Okinawa #Okinawa Gyokusendo #WorldTangibleCulturalTreasures #Winter escape #100 Ways to Travel