Memorial Hall of the Victims in Nanjing Massacre by Japanese Invaders
War memorial in Nanjing, China
Introduction
Historical Background
- ๐ Date: The Nanjing Massacre occurred from December 13, 1937, to January 1938.
- โ๏ธ Atrocities: The Japanese Army committed mass executions, rape, arson, looting, and torture.
- ๐ Death Toll: Approximately 300,000 civilians and unarmed soldiers were killed.
- ๐ Tribunal: The Nanjing War Crimes Tribunal documented these atrocities.
- ๐๏ธ Capital: Nanjing was the capital of the Republic of China at the time.
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Memorial Hall Features
- ๐๏ธ Established: Built in 1985, expanded in 1995 and 2007.
- ๐ Design: The new hall resembles a ship's bow, symbolizing 'the Ship of Peace'.
- ๐๏ธ Area: Covers 74,000 square meters with a floor space of 25,000 square meters.
- ๐ฟ Sculptures: Features statues, relief carvings, and a large wall listing victims' names.
- ๐๏ธ Peace Park: Includes the Wall of Victory and Sculpture of Peace.
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Exhibitions
- ๐ผ๏ธ Outdoor Exhibits: Statues, sculptures, relief carvings, and memorial walkways.
- ๐ Skeletal Remains: Displayed in a coffin-shaped hall, excavated from Jiangdongmen.
- ๐ Historical Documents: Over 1,000 items including pictures, objects, and multimedia.
- ๐ฅ Multimedia: Includes documentary films and multimedia screens.
- ๐ฟ John Rabe: Statue of John Rabe, who helped establish the Nanking Safety Zone.
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Visitor Information
- ๐๏ธ Admission: Free, but valid ID documents such as a passport are required.
- ๐ Hours: Open from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, closed on Mondays except during holidays.
- ๐ Address: No. 418, Shui Simen Street, Nanjing.
- ๐ Contact: Phone - 86-018013959265, Email - [email protected].
- ๐ Website: Official website - https://www.19371213.com.cn/en/
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Transportation
- ๐ Metro: Take Line 2 to Yunjinlu Station, Exit 2.
- ๐ Bus: Buses No. 7, 37, 61, 63, 161, 166, 170, or 186 to Shuiximen Dajie Jiangdongmen.
- ๐ Taxi: Taxis are available but knowing some Chinese or the exact address is helpful.
- ๐ถ Walking: The memorial is within walking distance from Yunjinlu Station.
- ๐บ๏ธ Map: Located in the Jianye District, western Nanjing downtown area.
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Travel Tips
- ๐ Tickets: Free admission but bring a valid ID.
- ๐ Timing: Best to visit early to avoid crowds.
- ๐ Maintenance: Closed on Mondays except during holidays.
- ๐ธ Photography: Respectful behavior and low voice are encouraged.
- ๐งณ Tours: Consider booking a private tour for convenience.
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| Travel Information |
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| ๐ย ย ย Phone: +86 180 1395 9265 |
| ๐ย ย ย Address: China, Jiangsu, Nanjing, Jianye District, ๆฐด่ฅฟ้จๅคง่ก418ๅท ้ฎๆฟ็ผ็ - 210017 |
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