The Quirky Charm of Bratislava’s “Cumil” – The Man at Work
When you stroll through the charming old town of Bratislava, Slovakia, you’ll likely spot something unusual peeking out of the pavement. At first glance, it might surprise you—a bronze man in a helmet resting his chin on his folded arms, emerging from a manhole. Meet Čumil (pronounced Choo-mil), one of the city’s most beloved and […]
A Journey Through Dark History: My Visit to the Sered Concentration Camp Museum
Introduction Overview of the Sered Concentration Camp Museum Nestled in the town of Sered, Slovakia, the Sered Concentration Camp Museum stands as a poignant reminder of the harrowing past. Originally established as a labor camp during WWII, it has been transformed into the country’s first dedicated Holocaust memorial museum. During my visit, I was struck […]