The Hiroshima Peace Memorial, also known as the Genbaku Dome, stands as a poignant reminder of the tragic consequences of nuclear warfare. Designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1996, this historic structure was one of the few buildings to remain standing after the atomic bombing of Hiroshima on August 6, 1945. The dome was originally the Hiroshima Prefectural Industrial Promotion Hall, and now it is preserved in its post-bombing state as a stark symbol of the devastating impact of the bomb and as a beacon of peace and hope for the elimination of all nuclear weapons. The site serves as a memorial to the individuals who lost their lives due to the bombing, and it continues to educate visitors from around the world about the importance of peace and the dire need to prevent such destruction from ever occurring again.

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