Terezin Attractions

 
Terezin was established in the late 18th Century but is more well known for its 20th Century history. During World War II the Nazi's forced the residents to leave in order to turn the town into a ghetto camp. Jews were brought to Terezin from throughout Europe, many of whom died here. Terezin was primarily a transfer station from which Jews would be sent out to concentration camps. The 18th Century garrison here was used by the Nazi's as a prison for political rivals.

From the spring of 1942 until the fall of that same year the population of the ghetto rose from just under 13,000 to close to 60,000. The result was a densely populated area with confined spaces, which lead to starvation and disease. Conditions here were atrocious. The main sights for visitors are the Ghetto Museum, the Magdeburg Barracks and the Small Fortress. Touring these facilities will provide some insight into what went on here.

Terezin is only an hour's drive north of Prague and can be easily visited on a day trip from the city.
Part of the Ghetto Museum and Memorial in Terezin.Ghetto Museum and Memorial, Terezin
Interior of the Ghetto Museum and Memorial at Terezin.Ghetto Museum and Memorial, Terezin
The arched entrance to the bastille in Terezin.Small Fortress, Terezin
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