Clock Tower of Peace

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Standing near the epicenter of the atomic blast in Hiroshima's Peace Memorial Park, this striking three-sided tower houses a bell that chimes daily at 8:15 AM—the exact moment the bomb detonated. The tower's twisted steel pillars represent the hands of humanity joined in a prayer for peace, making it a deeply moving stop on your walk through the park. It offers a quiet, contemplative space to reflect on the city's tragic history and resilient spirit.

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