This small exhibit is powerful because it captures one single horrific event during the holocaust and now serves as a memorial shrine.

This small exhibit is powerful because it captures one single horrific event during the holocaust and now serves as a memorial shrine.
The collection of shoes next to the Danube are a stark reminder of the innocent people who perished during the war. It can't help but bring tears to your eyes. Very sad reminder.
is a touching monument and a very nice installation.Generally the town has many sculptures full of history.the shoes are situated near the parliament,but is easy to loose the spot.pay attention!
We did manage to get to this, but the area is under a little construction. One way to get there is to take the number two tram all the way to the end stop by Parliament and take your chances of crossing the busy road to the embankment, which is what we did. My guess is that eventually there will...
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a must to see and take time to reflect. Very clever sculpture to show that rich or poor young or old, all were persecuted.
it does not matter if you are Jewish or not it is a must to see. the number 2 tram (last Stop) will take you there, or you can walk along the Danbue. it is a part of histiory and must be seen and the story must be told so it does not happen again. we saw groups of schools...
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simple but poignant memorial, fortunately got to see it the day before they disappeared under the flood water, worth dropping by and spending a moment to contemplate the evil they were subjected to!
Sad history of Budapest nazis executing Jews in to the Danube 1944,war was almost over.With current flood they may be covered by high water of the river
This is both sad and amazing. It really puts all the history into reality for me. Standing there and thinking what those poor people endured is heart breaking. As a history buff I'd say do not miss this amazing opportunity. Plus it's free. With the road works it was hard to get to. Walk down from the main green bridge...
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Well done! Simple yet moving. Pulled at the heart strings. Easy to find within walking distance of other attractions.
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