The History of Auschwitz I
Originally a Polish army barracks, Auschwitz I was the first and main camp established in 1940. It served as the administrative center for the entire complex and was the site of the first gassings.
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"From start to finish, Bartek made sure every aspect of our experience was excellent. Pickup perfect and right at our location, a drive out to Auschwitz’s filled with personal anecdotes and warm, friendly conversation, and great communication so we always knew where to find him. He also arranged a private tour of Auschwitz for us with one of the museum guides which is well worth doing to make the experience more personalized. A wonderful experience, and I would highly recommend Bartek!"
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"Bartek arranged our tour of Auschwitz as well as a tour of the Jewish Museum in Oswiecim, a few kilometers from the Memorial. He is knowledgeable about Polish history and is enjoys teaching others about his country. Bartel was also very adaptable - helping to pick us up in the pouring rain from the Memorial and arranging a spur-of-the-moment-trip to the Jewish Cemetery in Oswiecim, including securing a key to the cemetery and driving us to the location. He also provided a lot of information on the history of Krakow on our drive. "
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Auschwitz Birkenau: A Guided Journey of Remembrance
A visit to the Auschwitz Birkenau Memorial and Museum is a profound and essential experience. A private tour of Auschwitz Birkenau with a local guide ensures a respectful and deeply personal journey into history.
The Immense Scale of Birkenau
Auschwitz II-Birkenau was the largest part of the complex and the primary site of extermination. Its sheer size, ruins of gas chambers, and endless rows of barracks paint a chilling picture of its past.
Auschwitz Birkenau's Infamous Gate
The words 'Arbeit Macht Frei' (Work Sets You Free) are inscribed on the main gate of Auschwitz I. This cynical slogan stands as a powerful and haunting symbol of the deception used against prisoners.
Auschwitz Birkenau as a Memorial
Today, the Auschwitz-Birkenau State Museum preserves the site as a memorial to the estimated 1.1 million people who died there. It is a place of solemn reflection and education for all of humanity.
Why a Private Auschwitz Birkenau Tour?
A private tour of Auschwitz Birkenau offers a way to understand the complex history with sensitivity. A local guide provides crucial context, making this profound experience more personal and meaningful.
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