Shrine Of Remembrance

Shrine of Remembrance is a great building and the architecture is definitely unique. It blends in with the rest of Melbourne’s architecture in a sense that it’s pretty random. There isn’t a definitive signature to Melbourne’s architecture like how Chicago, Hong Kong, or New York has it’s signature. You could look at buildings in those cities and know it’s Chicago, Hong Kong or New York. It’s pretty all of over the place like when I was in Melbourne.
The Shrine of Remembrance is an ode to Australia’s fallen soldiers and it’s a great memorial. You could see downtown Melbourne once on top of the steps. It’s a great view even though there are trees in the way. The plaza is great and unique.
Lastly, the Shrine lights up at night and has a gold color to it. It’s gorgeous and a wonderful sight to see like me in a Hawaii shirt with a murse.

I have to admit that when I first decided to come here, I was told about the amazing view from the top of the Shrine, but very little about anything else.
It was an easy and pleasant 8mins bike ride from the CBD.
The Shrine and the neighborhood is not filled with tourists. I quite intuitively walked up to the first floor. Sunlight shined through the ceiling, which is also the very tip of the Shrine. There were also names of the braves who sacrificed their life to the country. I liked it, and I believed this was very important to honor these people. There wasn’t very much to see otherwise on this floor. I was planning to go to the top, take a few pics and leave, but I found the wrong stairways going down.
Well, I had the time, so I went along. And in front of me was a hall of exhibition on the ground level (which I missed by walking up the stairs from outside of the Shrine). From WWI to WWII to wars in Afghanistan, there were records and exhibits and detailed descriptions/​timelines where and how Australia was involved. Most people would think Australia is so isolated from the rest of the world that wars wouldn’t affect it, but this place proved these people wrong.
I wish we had something similar in HK, but it seemed politically incorrect at the current time. HK and Australia both fought under the name of British colonies/​alliances, but now that HK has handed back over to Mainland China, it would be difficult to present the history as accurate as Shrine Of Remembrance could.
The view up on the top was indeed promisingly amazing, which you could see the CBD across the river. Nothing fancy like Sydney Tower, but it was good enough to have a good look of Melbourne from a fair distance.

I can still remember the first time I visited the Shrine. I was in awe of the size of this monument and overcome with gratitude for those who have fought for our freedom.
Lots of the Melbourne running events go past the Shrine and every time I jog past my exhaustion is lifted with a little kick of adrenaline as I receive goose bumps, urged on by the bravery of fallen boys, men and women.
Well worth a visit by tourists or locals.

Beautiful, Just beautiful
In such an amazing location, The shire is just amazing, Them feels, the look just everything about walking in this building.
The view from the top is also amazing and on such a beautiful sunny day this was stunning.

For me, the Shrine was one of those places that kept popping up as somewhere I needed to get to. After lunch, we made the walk from South bank to the memorial, and thinking about it, the walk didn’t take that long. I really enjoyed visiting the Shrine.
What added to the atmosphere was that on this specific Saturday; there was a band consisting of vets playing music, and whoever wanted to listen could just grab a chair to sit on.
I must say, the Shrine is beautiful. Inside it’s very patriotic, and has a bold feel to it. From the top of the Shrine, you can get a beautiful view of the Melbourne CBD. It’s really well done: the layout, the look and the feel to this site.
Side note– As of current, there are some works being done on the Shrine, but I’m sure it’ll just add to the beauty of it.

I always have mixed feelings when visiting war memorials like this. I am deeply moved to see the thousands of people who made the ultimate sacrifice. However, I am also deeply saddened that they had to even make this sacrifice.
That being said, the solid and heavy exterior belies the light and airiness of the interior. Dust motes float in the beams of light that pierce the space. The hallway of medals and the room with the eternal flame is especially peaceful.
The upper half has quite a maze of rooms, halls and staircases to navigate before you get to the top balcony. However, the sweeping city view as you step outside is well worth the climb. Be sure to bring a jacket. The sun was shining but the winds were strong on the day we visited.

The last time I went to the Shrine Of Remembrance I was in primary school, so when showing around an international visitor recently, it was nice to take a look through the eyes of an adult.
It’s a moving experience to spend time here and definitely a great way to connect to the sacrifices that have been made by many families to afford us the lifestyle that we enjoy in Australia.
The downstairs exhibition features memorabilia and photos from the Kokoda track and if you have time, there’s a short movie you can also watch.

Beautiful memorial. Free admission. Right by Royal Botanical Garden, so can walk along the way. Right along tram line.

Awe-​inspiring monument, beautifully designed. Great memorial to Australian WWII history. The historical exhibit in the visitors center is well-​done and worth checking out. Take the tram from downtown and visit the Shrine and Royal Botanic Gardens together.

preparation/​/​
i’d suggest taking the tram if possible… otherwise we had to park on the street and hike up the hill and the steps ;p
it’s a good place for some history. education. and reflection
w/​the dark passages and rich history, i couldn’t help but *think* of the national treasure movie except that i was in australia~

This is an amazing location! Take the trek to the top of the Shrine, and enjoy the view of the Gardens and the city, beyond breathtaking. No admission cost, take advantage of a clear day and enjoy the Melbourne skyline!

This is a must see attraction/​landmark in Melbourne. It’s a powerful reminder of the cost of war and a way to honor the fallen. It’s a beautiful building that kind of just gives you a zen feeling when you visit it. Also it is a great place to walk/​run to and it provides a beautiful view of the city skyline.

I don’t think I can down-​rate something like this. Maybe I’m just a touch-​feely sensitive person, but whenever I go to a memorial, I think about all the families who have lost their loved ones especially in unnecessary fights with each other. As astrophysicist Carl Sagan puts it, in respect for Hubble’s new picture of the Earth that shows us as merely a pale blue dot…
«The Earth is a very small stage in a vast cosmic arena. Think of the rivers of blood spilled by all those generals and emperors so that, in glory and triumph, they could become the momentary masters of a fraction of a dot. Think of the endless cruelties visited by the inhabitants of one corner of this pixel on the scarcely distinguishable inhabitants of some other corner, how frequent their misunderstandings, how eager they are to kill one another, how fervent their hatreds.»
I suggest everyone take a look at this memorial and not look at it as just some pretty area, but think about what hatred and misunderstandings do because now it’s up to us to hopefully create a better future where we don’t have to hurt one another.
I guess that’s the end of my lovey-​dovey rant.
And yes, I did cry when I visited.

The Shrine of Remembrance is not only Victoria’s largest war memorial but it is also a symbol of peace and an architectural feat.
The Shrine of Remembrance is located within the park right adjacent to St Kilda Road, 1.3km from Flinders Street Railway Station. It can be reached by a short 10-​minute walk through the park or by any St Kilda road south bound tram except the number 1. Get off at tram stop 18, 19 or Domain Road intersection and you’ll see the Shrine on your left hand side.
I’d advise to take in all the education you can before heading up to the top level outside where you can get spectacular views over the park and the rest of the city. The shrine is not a place you are likely to spend hour upon hour but nevertheless it is a must see when visiting Melbourne. The surrounding park is a really cool spot, a place where you could wile away many hours.

A great landmark and oasis where you can pay your respects for those Australian’s who literally saved our lives and fought the major world wars for us. If it wasn’t for Australia’s effort; we would not be enjoying the freedom that is currently enjoyed right here, right now.
An opportunity to allow locals and visitors alike to Melbourne to allow themselves to open up, be present and show a deep sense of gratitude for those who served us during those times. It does not have to be on Anzac day. The staff here are super friendly, and it is a great tour to go through. War memorials including medals are on display here as well as crypts.
Beautiful art and architecture inside. It was beautiful that many people from all different backgrounds came here with me last Friday (just before writing this) to pay their respects. It is great to stand around in a circle and observe the crypt; and also take in the story and meditate on this prominent message at the main level of the crypt: «Greater love hath no man.» Thus giving and receiving love to all fellow human beings. That passage touches people, although not everyone and that is okay.
It is a maze getting out, so be prepared to walk flights of stairs. A great pay your respects cultural mecca once again.

Constructed in honour of the 114,000 Victorians who enlisted in the First World War, (19,000 were killed in battle) the Shrine of Remembrance is Victoria’s largest war memorial and Melbourne’s most recognised landmark. Not only does the shrine embody an amazing element of peace, love and dedication, it is one of those places that you have to visit in person, in order to grasp the full magnitude of its existence.
Don’t just admire from outside though, the internal areas include an awesome sanctuary, a crypt, immaculate sculptures, a hall of columns and an ambulatory with bronze caskets containing books of remembrance with the names of the 89,100 Victorians who served in the first world war.
Lay a poppy at several locations throughout the Shrine or the Shrine Reserve as a mark of respect to those who have served. Poppies (a symbol of remembrance across the world) are available from the visitor’s centre and the sanctuary for a gold coin donation.
The entry courtyard has the words, «Lest we forget» etched onto one wall and leads you into the interior of the shrine. Even though this is not somewhere fun and cheery, it’s a fantastic place to learn about the freedom in which we can live because of these brave individuals.

Victoria’s largest war memorial and one of Melbourne’s most visited sites! The Shrine of Remembrance is not only a place of reflection it is also a great source of education. Being built to commemorate the extensive loss of lives in the First World War, volunteers are now dedicating their time to teach visitors to the shrine all about it’s history.
There is a collection of both permanent and non permanent exhibitions, daily tours held between 11am and 2pm, and of course ceremonial events such as remembrance day in November.
Easily accessible by either tram or a short walk through the gardens, a visit to the shrine is a lovely day trip for visitors to Melbourne. Be sure to lay a poppy which are available from the Sanctuary and the Visitors Centre for a gold coin donation as a mark of respect to those who have served and lost their lives.