Israel Museum

The Yad Vashem Holocaust Memorial is a museum and memorial in Jerusalem, Israel, dedicated to the memory of the six million Jews who were murdered by the Nazis during the Holocaust. The name "Yad Vashem" is a Hebrew phrase meaning "a monument and a name," and is taken from a biblical verse that speaks of a "name and memorial" for those who have been lost. The museum was established in 1953 and has since expanded to include a range of exhibits and memorials. The main museum is organized around a central hall called the Hall of Names, which contains a database of the names of Jewish victims of the Holocaust. The museum also features exhibits on the history of the Holocaust, including photographs, documents, and artifacts from the period. Outside of the main museum, the Yad Vashem complex includes several other memorials and monuments, including the Children's Memorial, which is dedicated to the 1.5 million Jewish children who were killed during the Holocaust. The museum's architecture is also notable, with a design that incorporates elements of light and shadow to create a somber and reflective atmosphere.