Atomic Bomb Memorial Mound, Memorial for atomic bomb victims in Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, Japan.
The Atomic Bomb Memorial Mound contains cremated remains of 70,000 unidentified individuals who perished during the nuclear attack on Hiroshima.
Architect Kikuji Ishimoto designed this memorial structure, which was established on August 5, 1955, ten years after the atomic bombing of Hiroshima.
The memorial serves as a central location for annual ceremonies where families gather to honor the memory of those affected by nuclear warfare.
Visitors can access the memorial through the Hiroshima Sightseeing Loop Bus, which connects to various points throughout the Peace Memorial Park.
The structure houses the largest collection of unclaimed and unidentified remains from the atomic bombing, making it a permanent testament to the casualties.
Location: Nakajimachō
Inception: August 5, 1955
Architects: Kikuji Ishimoto
Accessibility: Rollstuhl eingeschränkter Zugang
GPS coordinates: 34.39472,132.45194
Latest update: May 23, 2025 18:17
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