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Raoul Wallenberg Holocaust Memorial Park

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Landscaped square known for its dramatic weeping-willow sculpture commemorating Hungarian Jews. People often mention park, Jews, history,


Address

Budapest, Síp u. 10, 1075 Hungary

Rating on Google Maps

4.40 (112 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Tuesday: 10 AM to 6 PM
  • Wednesday: 10 AM to 6 PM
  • Thursday: 10 AM to 6 PM
  • Friday: (Good Friday), 10 AM to 6 PM, Hours might differ
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: (Easter), 10 AM to 6 PM, Hours might differ
  • Monday: (Easter Monday), 10 AM to 6 PM, Hours might differ

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  • 5/5 Nate E. 5 years ago on Google
    This is likely the most underrated Holocaust memorial out there. It is extravagant and gorgeous yet is haunting as it's a metaphorical glimpse hinting to what 6 million lost lives could have amounted to.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jayson P. 4 years ago on Google
    Not easy to find but important to find. Who today really is a Raoul Wallenburg: a man, like many back then, as the stories come forward, that risked it all to save the lives of the hunted and persecuted Jews the Nazi's were killing in Budapest in savage ways. This peaceful park near the waters edge makes you feel contemplative. The original buildings from that Era are all around, you can hear if you listen the voices of the fleeing, the hunted and the stalkers all in play in fierce movement in an otherwise docile neighborhood. Thank you Mr. Wallenburg.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Nino W. 5 years ago on Google
    A must see. Memorial to Raoul Wallenberg, the Swedish diplomat, and to some 240 other non-Jewish Hungarians who saved Jews during the WWII destruction of Europe's Jews.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 jayson p. 4 years ago on Google
    Not easy to find but important to find. Who today really is a Raoul Wallenburg: a man, like many back then, as the stories come forward, that risked it all to save the lives of the hunted and persecuted Jews the Nazi's were killing in Budapest in savage ways. This peaceful park near the waters edge makes you feel contemplative. The original buildings from that Era are all around, you can hear if you listen the voices of the fleeing, the hunted and the stalkers all in play in fierce movement in an otherwise docile neighborhood. Thank you Mr. Wallenburg.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Johann 8 months ago on Google
    This is a memorial park named after Raoul Wallenberg, a Swedish diplomat who saved about 100,000 Jews in Hungary during the Holocaust. He issued protective passports and set up safe houses for them, risking his own life. He was arrested by the Soviet forces in 1945. The park is located within the grounds of a synagogue, which is the largest in Europe and the second largest in the world. It was built in the 19th century in the Moorish Revival style and survived the Nazi occupation and the Communist era. It has a cemetery, a museum, and a silver tree monument that bears the names of the Holocaust victims. The park and the synagogue are both beautiful and moving places that commemorate the history and culture of the Hungarian Jewish community. The park also features a statue of Raoul Wallenberg, which was unveiled in 1987 by his half-sister Nina Lagergren. The statue depicts him holding a briefcase with a protective passport inside. It is a tribute to his courage and humanity in saving thousands of lives. The park also has a plaque with a quote from Wallenberg: “I will never be able to go back to Sweden without knowing inside myself that I’d done all a man could do to save as many Jews as possible.” The synagogue is a stunning and impressive sight that reveals the history and diversity of the Hungarian Jewish community, their culture and traditions. It also honors the memory of the Holocaust victims and those who were affected by the atrocities. It pays tribute to the brave people who helped save lives by hiding or rescuing Jews during those dark times. Visitors can learn more about the history by joining a guided tour in their preferred language.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Joanne G. 4 years ago on Google
    Very beautiful synagogue, fascinating glimpse into the history of Hungarian Jewish population,their divergences,culture and practices. Very emotional and beautiful memorial to victims of the Holocaust and others affected by it. Also to those who helped people by hiding them or escaping them during those dreadful years. Folks divided into language speaking groups and given talk on the history.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Gigi G. 5 years ago on Google
    Beautiful park and a lovely memorial.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Vanessa B. 4 years ago on Google
    Beautiful creations that are symbolic to an horrendous period in history.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 David De B. 8 months ago on Google
    Take a guide— most interesting historical background
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Joseph P. 4 years ago on Google
    Beautiful monument perfectly fabricated

  • 5/5 Judith K. 4 years ago on Google
    Very beautiful reminder of a horrible past in Hungarian history


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Amenities


  • Pets
    • ✓️ Dogs allowed
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot

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