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Terezin Memorial

The Terezin Memorial is a site commemorating the Holocaust-era Jewish ghetto and Nazi concentration camp located in TerezĂ­n, Czech Republic. Originally established as a fortress, it was transformed into a transit camp where thousands of Jews were imprisoned before deportation to extermination camps. Today, the memorial serves to educate visitors about the Holocaust, honoring the victims and preserving the history of human suffering and resilience. It includes museum exhibits, preserved ghetto facilities, and memorials that highlight the importance of tolerance and remembrance.