" THE PEACE STATUE
This statue was erected by the citizens of Nagasaki
in August, 1955, on the 10th anniversary of the devasta-
tion of this city by the atomic bomb. thanks to the contributions
from Japan and abroad, the ten meter bronze
statue, which was designed by Seibo Kitamura, was
dedicated as an appeal for lasting world peace and
a prayer that such a tragedy would never be repeated.
The elevated right hand points to the threat of nuclear
weapons, while the outstretched left hand symbolizes
tranquility and world peace. Divine omnipotence and
love are embodied in the sturdy physique and gentle
countenance of the statue, and a prayer for the repose
of the souls of all war victims s expressed in the closed
eyes. Furthermore, the folded right leg symbolizes quiet
meditation, while the left leg is poised for action in
assisting humanity." ---Peace statue plaque. Nagasaki Japan.

The Nagasaki peace park is a massive sprawling area. Built on the destroyed ruins of a former prison. (a fitting site I think.) this park is only a few hundred feet away from the hypo-center.