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Italian charnel house, Military memorial in Kobarid, Slovenia

The Italian charnel house contains the remains of 7,014 Italian soldiers within a white stone structure overlooking the Soča Valley in Slovenia.

The memorial commemorates the soldiers who died during the Battle of Caporetto in 1917, marking a significant Italian retreat on the World War I front.

This memorial site stands as a symbol of reconciliation between nations, hosting annual ceremonies that bring together representatives from both Italy and Slovenia.

The memorial opens daily from sunrise to sunset, offering visitors detailed information panels in multiple languages about the military campaign and its consequences.

The structure incorporates architectural elements from both Italian and Slovenian design traditions, creating a distinct memorial layout with three terraced levels.

GPS coordinates: 46.24724,13.58392

Latest update: March 16, 2025 04:54

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