Auschwitz-Birkenau is a former Nazi concentration and extermination camp located in Oświęcim, Poland. It is now a museum and memorial to the victims of the Holocaust. The official website for the museum is https://auschwitz.org/en/.
The museum is open daily except for January 1st, December 25th and Easter Sunday. The opening hours vary depending on the season, but generally it is open from 8am to 3pm or 4pm. Admission is free, but visitors must reserve a timed entry ticket in advance. There are also guided tours available for a fee.
In the surrounding area, visitors can explore the town of Oświęcim, which has a historic market square and a Jewish cemetery. There is also the Wieliczka Salt Mine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located about 30 minutes away by car or train. The mine offers tours of the underground chambers and tunnels, as well as a museum about the history of salt mining.
It is important to note that Auschwitz-Birkenau is a solemn and emotional place, and visitors should show respect for the victims and their families. Photography is allowed, but visitors should be mindful of the appropriate times and locations to take pictures.
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