Genbaku Dome
Hiroshima Peace Memorial – This was the only surviving structure at the impact of the first atomic bomb. Only 160 meters from the hypocenter, it was marveling how this building survived being do close to the impact. This is the same state the building was after the bomb dropped, chosen to be preserved to remember. A symbol of peace standing to say never again.
Hibakujumoku: The Bombed Tree
This Eucalyptus tree was an Australian species brought over in the 19th century. This tree was 740 meters from the hypocenter of Bomb A, yet it some how survived the blast and the fallout. It’s seed were later collected and planted all around the world, and stands as a symbol of peace.
Hiroshimajō: Carp Castle, Hiroshima Castle
Built in 1589 by the feudal lord Mori Terumoto, It was one of the few castles that were chosen to preserved in the Meiji Period. It was obliterated when the bomb was dropped in 1945, and later rebuilt in the 1960’s like many other historical monuments across Hiroshima.
Outer wall of Hiroshima Castle
This was barrier of the inner mote. Which was rebuilt in 1960s along with Hiroshima Castle as a project to rebuild historic monuments destroyed by the Bomb.
Side Quests: Street Food
I highly suggest going to the Hiroshima Museum.
I went, and it was a profound experience that will walk you through what happened on the day that shook the world. It is not a fun experience; it is a very hard thing to witness, but it is a sight everyone needs to see. The strife and pain still affect Japan today. It is important to see and feel the pain to be able to respect the healing scars.
I’m alone, far from home, and I’m here to show you can still make powerful memories on your own, too.
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