Why Is It a World Heritage Site?
"A Building That Conveys the Devastation of Nuclear Weapons"
The Atomic Bomb Dome was a building that was exposed to the atomic bombing on August 6, 1945.
Located near the hypocenter, part of the structure survived the blast, conveying the reality of the destruction caused by the atomic bomb. Today, it has become a global symbol of peace, representing the hope for the abolition of nuclear weapons and lasting world peace.
the hope for peace, preserved in a single building.
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Criteria
Each World Heritage Site has specific criteria that explain why it has been recognized as a World Heritage Site. Here, we look at the criteria under which the Hiroshima Peace Memorial (Atomic Bomb Dome) has been recognized.
A Hope for Peace
A memorial that conveys the devastation of nuclear weapons and calls for lasting world peace
The Atomic Bomb Dome is the only surviving structure that conveys the devastation caused by the first use of nuclear weapons in warfare. By preserving its appearance from immediately after the bombing, it symbolizes the horror of nuclear weapons, the ultimate goal of their abolition, and the hope for lasting world peace.
