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Full Day Tour of Warsaw
While in Warsaw, it is essential to visit sites that reflect the long-standing Jewish presence and the events of World War II. A knowledgeable local guide will walk you through this recent chapter of the city’s history, helping you understand the layers that still shape its streets. The tour includes several important locations. Start with the Nożyk Synagogue, which, though damaged during the occupation, was later restored and remains in use today. In the former Warsaw Ghetto area, you will see the Mila Street bunker site, where the leadership of the Jewish Combat Organization made their final stand. Nearby is the Heroes of the Warsaw Ghetto Monument, marking a significant point of resistance, along with the Umschlagplatz, from where many were deported. The Okopowa Jewish Cemetery, founded in the early 1800s, is among the largest in Warsaw. Its detailed gravestones—featuring animals, plants, and symbols—reflect both tradition and personal stories. Several prominent figures and soldiers who died in 1939 rest here. The final stop is the Jewish Historical Institute, dedicated to researching and preserving Jewish culture in Poland. Its extensive collections offer a deep view into the past through documents, publications, and artifacts that remain vital to understanding this part of Warsaw’s identity.