Victims of Acts of Terror Memorial

The Victims of Acts of Terror Memorial is a monument on Mount Herzl in Jerusalem displaying black marble plaques with names of people who have died in terrorist incidents since the 1800s. The site also includes temporary markers for recent casualties until families approve permanent engraving of their names.

The memorial was established in 1998 following public demands for official recognition of civilians killed in terrorist attacks. Its creation reflects growing needs for organized remembrance and national acknowledgment of these losses.

The memorial serves as a gathering place where families, survivors, and officials come together to honor those who died in terrorist incidents. These communal gatherings, especially during national remembrance occasions, shape how people experience and relate to the site through shared remembrance.

The memorial is located within a cemetery on Mount Herzl and is accessible to visitors during the site's opening hours. It is advisable to allow time to walk through slowly and read the plaques, as the space invites reflection and contains many names.

Pope Francis visited the memorial in May 2014 and touched the wall during his Middle East journey. This visit by an international leader highlights the site's significance that extends beyond local boundaries.