Janusz Korczak monument in Yad Vashem, Memorial cenotaph at Yad Vashem, Israel.
The monument depicts Janusz Korczak with children gathered around him, representing his role as protector of orphaned youth during World War II.
During the Holocaust in 1942, Korczak refused abandonment of 192 orphans in his care, accompanying them to Treblinka concentration camp where they perished.
The memorial serves as an educational center where visitors learn about Korczak's principles regarding children's rights and dignity in society.
Located at coordinates 31.775°N 35.176111°E, the monument stands within Yad Vashem's grounds, accessible through the main memorial complex entrance.
White stones placed around the monument by visitors form a growing collection that changes daily, following Jewish memorial traditions.
Location: Yad Vashem
Creator: Boris
GPS coordinates: 31.77500,35.17611
Latest update: March 3, 2025 12:34
Yad Vashem
125 m
Mount Herzl
433 m
Garden of the Righteous Among the Nations
411 m
Nation's Great Leaders Graves
324 m
Mount Herzl Military Cemetery
364 m
National Memorial Hall (Mount Herzl)
589 m
Hall of Names
126 m
Last Descendant monument
241 m
Children's Memorial, Yad Vashem
250 m
INS Dakar Memorial
375 m
Victims of Acts of Terror Memorial
180 m
Garden of the Missing Soldiers
364 m
Herzl Museum
582 m
Mount Herzl Plaza
415 m
The Cattle Car - Memorial to the Deportees
328 m
Tribute to Jerusalem
643 m
Jewish Soldiers in the Russian army in WW2 Memorial
438 m
The Valley of the Communities
487 m
National Hall For Israel's Fallen
643 m
Ohel Yizkor
166 m
Defenders of the Old City of Jerusalem Memorial
374 m
מצפה כרם
381 m
From Holocaust to Rebirth
119 m
Warsaw Ghetto plaza
234 m
Jewish Soldiers in the Polish army in WW2 Memorial
484 m
SS Erinpura Memorial
496 m
Pillar of Heroism
60 m
Ultima
119 mVisited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes