Fans of historical sites would be interested in the Hiroshima Castle; a beautiful medieval building was completely rebuilt after the global destruction. Currently, one of the towers of the castle houses a small museum with an interesting collection of antique arms and armor. Near the castle there is the main Shinto Shrine of Hiroshima, Gokoku. Entry into its territory is free; during interesting events and holidays, rituals are held in this shrine.
Another interesting church of the 14th century is Fudoin Temple; it is one of the few sanctuaries that have survived the bombing. The bell tower and the gate of the temple have survived in their original form; now they are of great cultural value. The Hiroshima Museum of Art invites tourists to distract from the tragic history of the city and enjoy the beauty of exquisite paintings. Its collection includes works by famous Oriental and European painters. The Hiroshima City Museum of Contemporary Art also has a great collection of paintings. The museum is located on a high hill with a panoramic view of the city.
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