The Atomic Bomb Dome (原爆ドーム) is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in Hiroshima, Japan. It is also known as the Hiroshima Peace Memorial, and it is a powerful reminder of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima on August 6, 1945, during World War II.
The Atomic Bomb Dome was originally the Hiroshima Prefectural Industrial Promotion Hall, a building constructed in 1915 by a Czech architect named Jan Letzel. The building was located near the center of Hiroshima and served as a symbol of the city’s industrial and commercial development.
When the atomic bomb was dropped on Hiroshima, the building was one of the few structures to remain standing in the area closest to the hypocenter. It was left as a ruin and has since become a symbol of the city’s tragic past and its commitment to peace.
In 1966, the Atomic Bomb Dome was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and it has become a significant landmark and tourist attraction in Hiroshima. It serves as a powerful reminder of the destructive power of nuclear weapons and the importance of promoting peace and nuclear disarmament.
Today, the Atomic Bomb Dome stands as a solemn tribute to the victims of the atomic bombing and as a reminder of the importance of working towards a world without nuclear weapons.
Getting there
From Hiroshima Station to Atomic Bomb Dome:
| Bus | Hiroshima Station ↓ Sightseeing Loop Bus ↓ 11 minutes (5 stops) Atomic Bomb Dome Bus Stop ↓ Walk about 1 minute ↓ Atomic Bomb Dome (Cost 220 yen) |
| Walk | About 35 minutes (2.3 km) |
| Taxi | About 10 minutes (Cost about 900 yen) |
Details
| Hours | Open 24 hours |
| Admission | Free |
| Phone | +81 82-242-7831 |
| Address | 1-10 Otemachi, Naka Ward, Hiroshima, 730-0051 |
| Official Website | https://hpmmuseum.jp/?lang=eng |
