International Monument for the Victims of Fascism, Memorial monument at Auschwitz II-Birkenau, Poland
The International Monument for the Victims of Fascism stands at the western end of the railway tracks in Auschwitz II-Birkenau and consists of black stone panels with inscribed text in multiple languages. The structure stretches roughly 400 feet (120 meters) and holds inscriptions that preserve the names and memory of those who perished.
The monument emerged from an international design competition with 465 submissions from 36 countries and was dedicated on April 16, 1967. Its creation marked a significant moment of global recognition and remembrance for victims of Nazi concentration camps.
The monument serves as a gathering place for remembrance ceremonies where people from around the world come together to honor those who died. Visitors pause here to reflect and pay their respects to the victims.
The memorial is accessible year-round as part of the Auschwitz-Birkenau State Museum and features multilingual information panels for visitors. Booking a guided tour is recommended to understand the full significance and historical context of the site.
Local residents from Brzezinka planted trees behind the monument during its dedication, adding a living element to the memorial. This green component continues to grow and reminds visitors of enduring life and hope amid this dark history.
Inception: 1967
Creator: Pietro Cascella
GPS coordinates: 50.03473,19.16898
Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:21
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