Petals of Remembrance: Understanding the Significance of Flowers at the 9/11 Memorial The 9/11 Memorial & Museum in New York City is a poignant tribute to the victims of the 2001 terrorist attacks.
Among its many striking features, one often overlooked element is the placement of flowers on some names etched into the memorial's walls.
In Japanese culture, flowers have been used for centuries as symbols of respect and remembrance.