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Iwami Ginzan Silver Mine 1 Day Private Tour
7h 15mNon-refundable
From¥75,000
Description
Iwami Ginzan Silver Mine and its Cultural Landscape is a UNESCO Cultural World Heritage site.
Flourishing from the 16th century to 20th century, its silver was exported globally, and it is said it produced one-third of the world's silver in the 17th century. This significantly boosted the cultural and economical development in East Asia.
This area still preserves its historical townscapes of the middle ages, and shows the coexistence of human industrial activities and nature.
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Experience Details
DestinationShimane Prefecture
Typehistorical tours
Duration7h 15m
CancellationNon-refundable
Categoryhistorical tours
CountryJP
CurrencyJPY