Lidice Memorial, Memorial and park in Lidice, Czech Republic
The Lidice Memorial is a memorial site and park where a village stood until its destruction in 1942, featuring preserved foundations, a chapel, and a rose garden. The grounds have been landscaped to combine spaces for remembrance with open areas where visitors can walk and reflect.
The village was completely destroyed in 1942 by Nazi forces and all residents were killed in retaliation for the death of a German official. After the war, the site was rebuilt as a memorial, while a new village was established elsewhere for survivors.
The site's name comes from the young girls who lived here, and today it draws visitors from around the world who come to honor those lost. The Lidice Rose has become a symbol of remembrance and is planted in many countries.
The site is open year-round and visitors can explore the grounds at their own pace, with marked paths connecting the different areas. Comfortable shoes are advisable since the paths vary in surface and a complete visit may take several hours.
The memorial was funded by donations from around the world, particularly through a British campaign that mobilized people across different continents. This international support made it a symbol of global solidarity and remembrance that transcends borders.
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