Homomonument

Located on the bank of the Keizersgracht Canal in central Amsterdam, the Homomonument is a poignant tribute to the gay men and women who were persecuted and lost their lives during World War II. Unveiled in 1987, it stands as the first monument of its kind, featuring three connected pink triangles. These triangles, once used by the Nazis to identify homosexuals in concentration camps, now form a powerful symbol of remembrance and resilience. Visitors can walk around the smooth, triangular stones, each positioned to point towards significant sites: the National War Memorial, Anne Frank’s house, and the COC, the Dutch LGBT rights organization.