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When it comes to listing the tourist attractions in Japan, a major portion of them will come from Hiroshima. The city has in fact, numerous attractions to offer to its tourists who come from different parts of the country and abroad. The picturesque landscape of Hiroshima provides the city with a number of scenic locales to visit. The stretch of the Inland Sea, which fringes a part of the city, has some of the most beautiful beaches in the country. Numerous tourists flock here to enjoy the marine life and the beach activities. Hiroshima is girdled by the Chugoku and Shikoku ranges in its north and west, which have emerged as popular hill resorts in the area. The hills not only add to the serene charm of the landscape, but also provide the tourists with ample scopes for fascinating hiking trails and exciting mountain activities. The ancient architectures dotted across the city add to the magic and speak of the richness of ancient Japanese culture. The haunting history of Hiroshima is another reason for drawing the tourists to the city. Hiroshima today is a name that stands for one of the most devastating episodes in the history of mankind. As the city renewed itself from the ravages of the nuclear explosion, it stands today as a triumph of life over destruction. The traces of the explosion are still evident in every part of the city and the ruins attract numerous people from across the globe to marvel at the spirit of Hiroshima and pray for peace. With its natural landscape and history, Hiroshima therefore has a number of tourist attractions strewn across the city.
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