prison on lontskogo, national museum and memorial to the victims of occupation
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prison on lontskogo, national museum and memorial to the victims of occupation印象
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We were the only ones there at opening time on Monday. When the guard realized my wife doesn't know Ukrainian, he summoned an English-speaking tour guide, who was excellent. This former prison was the site of unspeakable atrocities committed by the Nazis and the Soviets. It is impossible to understand the current situation in Ukraine without the context that places like this provide.
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This is one of the several Lviv prisons used by the Nazis and Soviets to intimidate and bully the Ukrainian resistance and intelligentsia. Almost completely unrenovated, you are seeing the cells as they were. If one speaks Ukrainian (which I do not) there are quite intricate exhibits and explanations of what you're seeing. English speakers are given a more general overview which is informative but not nearly as specific or in-depth. I understand that the Ukrainian government (the former one, that is, the one recently deposed and sympathetic to the Russians) had tried to close this several times. It is not at all easy to find -- it abuts the city police building and is really only visible by the small Ukrainian flags affixed to the front of the building. Even the sign is tiny. But an important insight into a tragic history that is being changed, ignored and/or covered up. If you are interested in truth, this is a must-see.
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Frendly and helpful staff in museum, very deep exkursion around Ukrainan history. This nation has a lot to remember and say to other people.
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We were met at the door of the prison by a staff person who took us around and explained the background of the prison and the atrocities that occurred there. The staff person explained that while she was not a regular guide, she spoke a little English and wanted us to understand the history even in the absence of the regular guide. Her desire to help us and her understanding of the dark history of this place was touching. This memorial should be experienced to understand the very difficult history of Lviv and western Ukraine in the 20th century.
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hidden some minutes away from the city, sometimes ignored by official tour guides this prison opens the door to recent history. Several original documents will modify the view on history of ukraine and offers insight views in WW II and Soviet cruelty. We enjoyed a very emotional tour with the staff of the prison and were impressed of the energy and engagement of some brave ukrainians....Thank You
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Little English is displayed but what an amazing place! You can easily understand most of it watching the pictures and the displays. Terrifying but necessary. No entrance fee. Do not miss this museum in Lviv.
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This exhibit is highly controversial. The current president has already tried to shut it down once. Well worth the visit, especially if you are of Jewish heritage. The exhibits and documentation come from the Ukrainian KGB archives when they were opened to the public (now closed again). They have a translator that can speak English, but it is wise to call the day before to ensure hat she is available. The documentation there is mostly in Ukrainian, but has a few documents in Russian and German as well.Currently, the museum is one level, but they said they are working on two additional floors. No stair cases on the current level, but there are a few places you have to step up or down on.Donations (mentioned in someone else's review) are no longer accepted here.
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Considering this place receives no support from the Ukrainian government it is a fantastically run place and a must see in Lviv. Unfortunately, the museum has had it's historical collection of KGB archives confiscated by the government due to pressure from Russia. The staff however, are very well informed and are doing a great job. Please be generous and make a donation so that this museum can survive for future generations.
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The musuem tells the truth about what the Russians did to the locals during the Russian occupation before the German invasion in 1941. The place took some finding because there is pressure on the Ukraines from Russia to close the museum as it shows the atrocities perpetuated under the Russian control of the prison. You have to ring a door bell on the front door to get in. A guard opens the door and asks what you want. Once you get past him the staff in side are more helpful. Very graphic and not for the faint hearted.
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It is quite easy to find though there are no signs on the street to point out the place. As soon as we got in to the museum the english speaking guide started showing the museum for just the two of us. Guiding was very good and informative. There was two floors and a yard open for a public. Everything was free of charge, and we didn't even see any donation box. I definitely recommend this place, it was one of the best things in Lviv.