Horrors of Communism - Half Day Tour with Visit to a Communist Prison

5h30
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Itinerary
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Stop At: Fortul 13, Fortul XIII Jilava, Intrare Puscaria Jilava, Jilava 077120, Romania

Fort 13 was used as a communist prison and had some of the worst conditions in the entire country. If one was against the regime, was arrested and tortured and many times died in prison. Find out the horror stories of the ones that were contained here in Fort 13, the way their daily life was and how they were tortured.

Duration: 3 hours

Stop At: Palace of Parliament, Strada Izvor 2-4, Bucharest 050711 Romania

Go around the palace and discover the horror secrets of the building, finding out how people were starved by the dictator in order to save money and build his crazy dream. Also, discover how it is haunted and by whom.
We don't visit the parliament on the inside.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Palatul Patriarhiei, Strada Patriarhiei, Bucharest 030167 Romania

Discover the center of Romanian orthodoxism and how religion was treated during communism, its involvement with the Secret Police and the abuses committed back then.

Duration: 30 minutes

Included
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • English speaking guide
  • One snack popular in communism
  • Entry/Admission - Fortul 13
Not included
  • Drinks or food
  • Gratuities
  • Entry/Admission - Palace of Parliament
Additional
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 7 travelers
Features
Tourism
95% Cultural
80% Original
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