Hiroshima History

Hiroshima is a city full of history. Although the atomic bomb destroyed many places, several landmarks were rebuilt, new ones were constructed to commemorate the events, and some ancient sites still stand. During your time in the city, there are a few places, in particular, you must make sure you visit. 1. Peace Memorial Park The target of the atomic bomb was the business district of Hiroshima. Today, the Peace Memorial Park stands in that spot. There are monuments throughout commemorating those who died in the blast and later from radiation injuries. The gardens are the perfect place to walk around and reflect. 2. Atomic Bomb Dome A highlight within the Peace Memorial Park is the Atomic Bomb Dome. Formerly an exhibition hall, it is the only building in the hypocenter that withstood the attack — it is now a World Heritage Site. The skeletal remains are reinforced to prevent the building from collapsing. 3. Itsukushima Shrine A World Heritage Site from a completely different era is Itsukushima Shrine, located on the island of Miyajima. Since the 12th century, it has undergone several reconstructions, but its iconic appearance remains the same: the torii gate appears floating on the water at…