Wakayama Prefecture World Heritage Center
A facility where you can learn more about the Sacred Sites and Pilgrimage Routes in the Kii Mountain Range
Located near Kumano Hongu Taisha, this facility provides detailed information about the UNESCO World Heritage site “Sacred Sites and Pilgrimage Routes in the Kii Mountain Range.”
The exhibition area makes extensive use of locally produced Kishu timber. Its design is inspired by a cedar forest and expresses the natural beauty of the Koya and Kumano areas. Using satellite maps that provide an overview of the entire region, the facility presents the attractions of the Kumano Sanzan, Mount Koya, and the pilgrimage routes in one place.
In the community space, visitors can enjoy powerful videos shown on three 60-inch screens. These videos introduce the World Heritage site and the many attractions of Wakayama Prefecture.
The facility also hosts a variety of events, making it an excellent place to gather detailed information and learn more about the Sacred Sites and Pilgrimage Routes in the Kii Mountain Range.
This attraction on sample itineraries
- Day 3: Chikatsuyu to Kumano Hongu Taisha and Oyunohara (25.7 km)
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General Information
- Address
- 和歌山県
* Facility information is subject to change. Please check each official website for the latest information.
