Hiroshima Peace Memorial
Hiroshima Peace Memorial, UNESCO World Heritage memorial in Hiroshima, Japan.
Description
The Hiroshima Peace Memorial, also known as the Atomic Bomb Dome, is a partially preserved building with exposed metal framework and damaged stone walls in central Hiroshima. The structure stands alone near the riverbank, surrounded by a small grassy area, and can be seen clearly from all directions.
History
The building survived the atomic bomb explosion on August 6, 1945, even though it stood just 150 meters from the hypocenter. The dome structure remained partially upright because the blast pressure came almost directly from above rather than from the side.
Culture
During the annual peace ceremony held on August 6, thousands gather at the site to take part in moments of silence and remembrance. Throughout the year, visitors from around the world leave folded paper cranes and flowers along the riverbank, creating a quiet and respectful atmosphere.
Practical
The site is open to visitors at all times and can be reached on foot from the nearby peace park. Streetcars operated by Hiroshima Electric Railway stop at Genbaku Dome-Mae, which places you directly across from the memorial.
Did you know?
The ruin remains deliberately unrestored, maintaining the exact condition of destruction since 1945 to serve as a physical witness. Specialists only stabilize the structure against further decay without altering the appearance of the damaged materials.
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide. Discover all places nearby (Ōtemachi).
This collection brings together about thirty places of memory and reflection spread across several continents. Each one shows a moment in history where violence affected people and changed entire areas. These sites remind us of the effects of wars, genocides, and persecutions, while also carrying a...
Hiroshima Orizuru Tower
101 m
Aioi Bridge
142 m
西蓮寺
78 m広島県地方木材統制株式会社 慰霊碑
34 mWayside shrine
121 m世界の子どもの平和像
130 mScenic viewpoint
154 mScenic viewpoint
114 mScenic viewpoint
125 mScenic viewpoint
136 m平和の石塚
151 m鈴木三重吉文学碑
55 m旧相生橋碑
47 m中国四国土木出張所職員殉職碑
29 m平和の時計塔
115 m原民喜詩碑
62 mSHIMINT HIROSHIMA INCUBATION BASE
147 m原爆ドーム
35 m廣島市道路元標
142 m衣笠祥雄 連続試合出場記録記念碑
113 mセントラルリーグ優勝記念碑
114 m日本選手権シリーズ優勝記念碑
115 m世界遺産原爆ドーム
34 m原爆ドーム保存工事
34 m動員学徒慰霊塔
120 m噴水跡
44 m猿楽町通り周辺
54 m被爆地蔵尊
72 mDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes