Daisekirinzan, Karst formation in Kunigami, Japan.
Daisekirinzan is a karst formation in Kunigami that spreads across elevated terrain, featuring multiple walking routes through diverse rock structures and subtropical vegetation. The jagged landscape developed through limestone erosion and displays a variety of natural caves and rocky outcrops.
The limestone layers at Daisekirinzan formed 250 million years ago through natural geological processes, creating the northernmost tropical karst landscape on Earth. This ancient formation shaped the island structure and regional ecosystem that exists today.
The site holds 40 worship places, including Asumu Utaki, which connects to Amamikyo, the deity of Ryukyu Islands creation mythology.
The grounds can be accessed from multiple entry points, each offering different starting points for the walking routes. Some trail sections feature steep climbs or uneven surfaces, so sturdy footwear is advisable for comfortable exploration.
The grounds host uncommon species like the orange Tsumabeni butterfly and Okinawa climbing lizard that visitors can spot along the trails. These creatures are specially adapted to this karst environment and appear nowhere else in such concentration.
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