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KGB prison cells
One of the most notorious and feared pre-trial prisons operated in the basement of the building at 1 Pagari Street during the Soviet occupation. The former KGB prison cells are now open to the public.
Built in 1912, the building has had a remarkable role in the recent history of Estonia. Arrested Estonian politicians, civil servants, intellectuals, veterans of the War of Independence, as well as ordinary people were beaten and tortured there. Many were then sentenced to death or imprisonment. The prison cells built in the basement have remained a symbol of communist terror to this day. Visitors can explore the basement comprised of two corridors, six prison cells, and a cell for punishment.
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tripadvisor rating 4.0 of 5
based on 195 reviews
Less we forget 😕
tripadvisor rating 5 of 5Sobering and thoughtful place to visit Forget the past at our peril. Those poor people and so sad to think the world still has not changed. It has a tense atmosphere but certainly worth the visit
F*CK the KGB
tripadvisor rating 4 of 5What tragic history found in an unassuming elegant villa/home in the Old Town district. You probably will walk right by as you meander inside the walls. Worth the visit. Imagine the thousands of... Read more comments
A sombre but worthwhile visit to educate about recent history
tripadvisor rating 5 of 5A worthwhile visit, but obviously a museum with quite a dark subject matter that definitely makes you appreciate freedom more, especially being someone who has been vocally critical of my own... Read more comments
