Dachau is a town in southern Germany, located near Munich. It is best known for the Dachau concentration camp, which was established in 1933 and served as a model for other camps during the Nazi regime. The camp was liberated by American forces in 1945, and today, it serves as a memorial and museum to educate visitors about the Holocaust and the atrocities committed during World War II. The town itself has a population of around 40,000 residents and features a mix of historical and modern architecture. In addition to the memorial site, Dachau offers parks, shops, and cultural events, making it a place of reflection and remembrance for both locals and tourists.