The Cold War Years - Prague under Totalitarianism Tour with a Historian
Art, culture and gastronomy
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At noon on the first Wednesday of every month, Prague's air sirens are tested.
Highlights
- Learn about totalitarian Prague from accomplished historians
- Get to know about communist-era propaganda techniques in statues and frescoes
- Visit pressurized bunkers and a mausoleum with a laboratory
- See the John Lennon Wall
- Walk through the Wenceslaus Square
Description
The sirens and still-present bunkers in the city are a reminder of the struggles that occurred in the capital of a Soviet satellite state. On this walking tour, you'll journey through 40 years of Prague's history in the Cold War.You'll start off in a large shelter built into Vitkov Hill. This site has always been home to the world's largest equestr...
What's Included
- Historian tour guide
- Entrance tickets to St Vitkov Hill Monument - Hall of the Red Army Tickets
Important informations
- Instant confirmation Guided Tour Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Sunday Where: nám. Republiky 1079/1a, Nové Město, 110 00 Praha-Praha 1, Czechia Meeting point: Meet at the door of the St. Joseph Church (Kostel sv. Josefa), just to the right of the Palladium Mall Entrance at Namesti Republiky 1, Prague 1 What to remember: If walking uphill is difficult for you, there is an alternative and beautiful walk in the city center which avoids the ascent to VitkovThis tour requires a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 12 participants When: Tuesday and Friday at 10.00amThursday and Sunday at 02.00pmPlease refer to the calendar for updated starting times and availability
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