The Truest Face of Communism, Tirana Tour

Blloku, Albania



A mix of history, culture and in-depth exploration of Albania’s communist past, this tour provides a comprehensive overview of Tirana, particularly for first-time visitors.

Highlights

  • Bunk'art1
  • Blloku Area
  • Skanderbeg Square
  • Pyramid of Tirana
  • House of Leaves

Description

We start our journey of the past at the Bunk’ Art 1 Museum with a full – immersion of the Albanian history of the last 100 years. The ex–nuclear bunker, built to accommodate Communist Dictator Hoxha in the event of an attack, tells us the story of the dictator’s time and the past two World Wars through photographs, items, and documents. • Walk towards Skanderbeg Square and learn about historical buildings such as Et’hem Bey Mosque, and the Clock Tower, that surround the main square of Tirana. • We will walk through the Blloku area, where we discover the home of Enver Hoxha and other senior members of his regime. We will stop at the Post Blloku memorial, which honors former political prisoners, in an area once forbidden to enter. • Behold the pyramid, the former “Enver Hoxha Museum”. Discover its history from our local Tour Director. • Visit from outside the ‘’House of Leafs’’ former spy center now converted into a museum • Finish your day tour celebrating it with a coffee break at Komiteti – Kafe Museum for some raki and maybe some coffee also.

Includes

All entry fees are included. Transportation. Tour guide. Traditional Albanian Beverage 'Raki'

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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