Downtown Los Angeles in Los Angeles County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
The World Peace Bell
Los Angeles
Photographed by Craig Baker
1. World Peace Bell Marker
The World Peace Bell is an internationally recognized symbol of world peace. The bell is cast from coins and medals donated by 103 countries and represents a common bond among the nations of the world.
The World Peace Bell Association, based in Tokyo, Japan, works closely with the United Nations in an effort to develop friendly relations among nations and raise awareness about the importance of international cooperation. The goal of the Association is to provide a World Peace Bell to all nations of the world in order to promote a worldwide synergy of peace and understanding that will safeguard the futures of the worlds children.
The World Peace Bell is rung annually by the United Nations Secretary General on the opening of the General Assembly in a prayer for world peace.
The World Peace Bell is hereby dedicated to the people and the City of Los Angeles as a lasting tribute to the commitment of world peace and international understanding.
Erected 2001 by The City of Los Angeles, and The World Peace Bell Association.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Asian Americans • Government & Politics. In addition, it is included in the Historic Bells series list.
Location.
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Regionally, this marker is in California’s Transverse Ranges. It is also on the American Pacific Coast. Globally, it is in North America, on the Ring of Fire, in the Pacific Rim, in the Western Hemisphere, in the Western World, and in the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain and also Mexicos Alta California.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: City National Plaza (within shouting distance of this marker); Los Angeles Central Library (within shouting distance of this marker); The Central Library (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); 6th & Figueroa Streets (about 500 feet away); One Bunker Hill (about 700 feet away); Wilshire Boulevard (approx. 0.2 miles away); Pacific Mutual Building (approx. 0.2 miles away); Engine Co. No. 28 (approx. 0.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Los Angeles.
Photographed by Craig Baker
2. The World Peace Bell and Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on July 3, 2023. It was originally submitted on April 9, 2023, by Craig Baker of Sylmar, California. This page has been viewed 1,397 times since then and 133 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on April 9, 2023, by Craig Baker of Sylmar, California.
