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Japan: The Atomic Bomb Dome in Hiroshima
Japan sadly bears numerous traces and remains of World War II, particularly in the cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. In August 1945, the first atomic bombs in the history of humanity were dropped on these cities, resulting in more than 250,000 direct and indirect casualties. Causing indescribable damage for several kilometers around, these two bombs wiped Hiroshima and Nagasaki off the map in an instant. Fine Art Print © O. Robert (Purchase here) All buildings collapsed, were
Japan: Shukkei-en Garden in Hiroshima, 400 Years of Turbulent History
Shukkei-en Garden is a work of art in the traditional landscape garden style. Located in the center of Hiroshima city in the Naka-Ku district, it is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful landscape gardens in Japan. Shukkei-en is closely tied to the history of the city. Due to events related to World War II, it has had a turbulent history. © O. Robert Shukkei-en is organized around a central pond that takes up most of the area. It features a beautiful stone arch bridge (Koko-K
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