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Which architect's competition did Tange win in 1949?

  • Kyoto Imperial Palace

  • Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park

  • Tokyo Tower

  • Osaka Castle

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Kenzo Tange emerged victorious in the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park international design competition held in 1949. His groundbreaking proposal symbolized the rebirth and resilience of Hiroshima, a city devastated by the atomic bomb. Tange's design harmoniously integrated the natural landscape with modern architectural elements, creating a powerful memorial that promotes peace and reflects humanity's collective aspiration to overcome the horrors of war.
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