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Mauthausen

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Ranked #8 of 20 attractions in Danube Valley
4.5 of 5 stars 3 Reviews
Description: The site of a brutal Nazi concentration camp that saw the deaths of over 100,000 prisoners.
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Encinitas, CA
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“A chilling MUST SEE, even though it is depressing”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 6, 2012

There is no better history lesson you can take. Seeing such a camp with your own eyes and walking the grounds where so many people were brutally murdered is an unforgettable experience. The stone structures and walls of the camp are pretty much in it's original conditions, but most of the wood structures and barracks are gone. The exhibits give... More

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Farmington, Connecticut
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“Sobering”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 8, 2010
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Well, going to a place that makes you cry doesn't scream "vacation", but it seemed too important to miss for that reason. The audio guide was extensive and a visit here without it is worthless. There's not much too the barracks, but the visit to the crematorium was sickening (again, not a reason to skip it). There were a few... More

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“gemiti”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed September 24, 2008
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