Yadva Shem Museum
The Yadva Shem Museum is recognized as the second most visited tourist attraction, it is located on the western slope of Mount Herzl in Israel. The complex occupies 18 hectares, where the history of the Holocaust is reflected. Before the coronavirus pandemic, more than 1 million people from around the world came here every year. After this, the flow of tourists decreased significantly, but experts believe that this is temporary.
Basic information
The memorial complex was founded in Jerusalem on behalf of the Israeli government in 1953. It commemorates the Jews who were victims of the Nazis from 1933 to 1945. In terms of attendance, the Yadva Shem Museum is second only to the Western Wall. Externally it looks like an isosceles triangle. The museum is quite large; visiting it should not take an hour. On average, excursions last half a day.
The Yadva Shem Museum consists of 9 galleries, arranged in chronological order. The lights in all rooms are dim. The story begins with the rise to power of Adolf Hitler, hell-bent on taking over the world and creating the perfect nation. He launched a fascist mechanism that killed many people. In the Hall of Names you can see a list of more than 3 million people who suffered as a result of the genocide.
Information for tourists
Pre-registration is not required. Visiting the Yadva Shem Museum is free from the age of 10; those under this age are not allowed into the museum. It is open from Sunday to Thursday from 9.00 to 17.00, on Fridays and holidays its doors are open from 9.00 to 14.00. The Yadva Shem Museum is closed on Saturdays and Israeli holidays. Parking is paid, it costs 29 shekels, an audio guide costs 25 shekels. If desired, you can purchase a map for 12 shekels to navigate the halls.
Large bags are not allowed into the museum. They can be left in the storage room. They will be safe and sound. You need to dress modestly and remain quiet. Eating and drinking alcoholic beverages is strictly prohibited here. There is also a ban on filming in this place. If families with children under 10 years old come to the Yadva Shem Museum, they can get acquainted with the exhibits of the exhibition “Not a Child's Play”. Here are real toys of little Jews who became victims of genocide. They are prohibited from entering the hall, so as not to traumatize the child’s psyche.
