Monument
International Monument to the Victims of Fascism
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The International Monument to the Victims of Fascism stands between the ruins of Crematoria II and III at Auschwitz II-Birkenau. Unveiled in 1967, it features stone plaques in multiple languages, including Hebrew, Yiddish, and Polish, bearing the inscription: 'For ever let this place be a cry of despair and a warning to humanity.' The monument is a focal point for commemorative ceremonies and a place for quiet reflection, surrounded by the vast expanse of the camp.
Don't miss
- Read the multilingual inscriptions on the stone plaques, each a solemn warning.
- Observe the monument's location between the ruins of two crematoria, symbolizing the scale of destruction.
- Attend the annual International Holocaust Remembrance Day ceremony held here on January 27.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit International Monument to the Victims of Fascism
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inGuided Tour Krakow to Auschwitz-Birkenau with pickup options4.2★ · 1,230 travelers~8 hoursFree cancellationFrom$19 per personSee dates →
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