Sights of Hiroshima

Travelling was not a problem because all places are given in English too.

Another shrine & Hiroshima Castle. Apparently the girls in red and white dresses are called "miko" maidens and serve sake in the shrines (and sweep the grounds).

This is a concrete replica of the keep ("donjon") of Hiroshima Castle which was built by the Mori Clan in 1589. The original castle was completely destroyed by the A-bomb and this is now a museum.

 

Shrine in Hiroshima

 

Decoration on Shrine Roofs

 

"Miko" Maidens

 

Sweeping the Shrine Grounds

 

Statue

 

Horse ("Uma") Outside Shrine

 

Reproduction of Hiroshima Castle

 

Pigeons On Castle Roof

December, 2004

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