Garavice Memorial Park
A forgotten and crumbling Yugoslav monument to the victims of fascism.

📜 Somber memorial park commemorating 12,000 Serbs and Jews executed by fascist forces in WWII.
🔍 Features 15 stone columns designed by renowned architect Bogdan Bogdanović, completed in 1981.

Why Go

🕊️ Reflect on a powerful antifascist message and historical significance.
🏛️ Explore unique socialist Yugoslav architecture with impressive 15 stone columns and abstract designs.
🌳 Peaceful, largely forgotten historical site of mass executions.
🚶 Easy access just outside Bihać.

Why Avoid

🚧 Poorly maintained, some pillars damaged, and graffiti.
👻 Largely forgotten, may lack contemporary memorial use and feel neglected.

Tips

📍 Located just outside Bihać, Bosnia and Herzegovina.
🖋️ Read the engraved script at the entrance: "Life is stronger than death, Justice is stronger than crime, Love is stronger than hate."

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