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Memorial Hall of the Victims in Nanjing Massacre by Japanese Invaders
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The Memorial Hall of the Victims in Nanjing Massacre by Japanese Invaders is a poignant tribute to the estimated 300,000 civilians and soldiers killed during the six-week massacre in 1937. The museum's stark architecture, with its grey stone walls and reflective pools, sets a somber tone. Inside, visitors encounter harrowing exhibits of photographs, personal belongings, and survivor testimonies that document the atrocities. A hall of bones and a sculpture garden further evoke the tragedy. It is a place for reflection and remembrance, emphasizing peace and historical truth.
Don't miss
- Walk through the Hall of Bones containing remains of victims.
- Read personal testimonies from survivors displayed in the archives.
- See the sculpture 'The Scream' symbolizing the city's anguish.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Memorial Hall of the Victims in Nanjing Massacre by Japanese Invaders
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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