Tourism is a valuable and informative activity, as seminars on historical buildings can show, especially the facility like the Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial. This is one of the concentration camp that was formed during the Second World War is located in Berlin though it is surrounded by farms and plains. If you’re considering taking a tour to learn more about this significant period in history, here’s everything you need to know:
People should visit the Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial because
Recognizing our history helps to shape a better future, the visit through one of the branches of the Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial will allow for that insight. Through a tour, it is possible to comprehend and feel the everyday life of prisoners and the effects of holocaust, as well as to appreciate stories that have to be told and to be saved.
How to Continue to Sachsenhausen from Berlin
Sachsenhausen is easily navigable since it is situated just 35 kilometers ( 22miles) north of Berlin. There are several ways to reach the memorial from Berlin:
By Train: Be sure to catch the S1 regional train from Berlin Towards Oranienburg. One can then either walk or even hire a taxi to the site since it is about 1.5 kilometers or one mile away.
By Guided Tour: It is easy to get a tour to Sachsenhausen from Berlin as there are many companies that transport and even give you a guided tour round Sachsenhausen. It will be especially helpful if you have many questions and you would like the information search to be systematic and comprehensive.
By Car: For those who want to drive, the Sachsenhausen is well connected via the A10 motorway if you intend to visit the place. Ample parking is also found in close proximity to the spot where the memorial sits.
Some of things you will find during your visit
Tours of Sachsenhausen have to be done with a lot of consideration. Here are a few things to keep in mind:
Duration: It is recommended to spend a least 2 to 3 hours assessing all the different facets of the memorial. If possible plan for a whole day because this is a very large piece of property with several compositions to explore.
Guided Tours: You may wish to undertake a guided tour where you are lectured on the facts about the camp. Local historical experts may help you understand the significance and explain all the sights you want to see.
Memorial Museum: Beside the prison there is a museum which provide more information of the camp and its prisoners. Some of the exhibitions are educative and are capable of provoking some social conscious regarding the events surrounding the holocaust.
Quiet Reflection: Sachsenhausen is more about reflection and memorial. You should also stay polite during the visit because there will be other visitors who will be observing the significance of the site in silence.
What to bring and wear
When visiting the Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial, it’s important to be prepared:
Comfortable shoes: It is a very huge place and mostly one does a lot of walking around, it is therefore important to put on comfortable shoes.
Appropriate clothing: You should be dressed for the weather since Sachsenhausen is an open-air camp. Pack a hat, a sun block if it is hot sunny day and a jacket depending on weather or season.
Water and snacks: This is the place to get quality photographs and good light so I’d suggest taking some water and a handful of snacks. However, be aware and follow the rules regarding food in this site.
Conclusion
I highly recommend a visit to the Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial as a quite remarkable way of getting an education. Visiting this site enriches you with general knowledge of the holocaust, gives you a chance to pay tribute to the victims and contribute into observation of such tragedies. So, do not forget to be receptive during and before the visit including respect and sensitivity that will enable you consider human rights and the requirements of a better society.
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