Museum of Communism (Prague)

Description: Museum of Communism / Na Prikope 10 / 110 00, Prague 1 / Czech Republic

Newest Review: ... be overlooked. Prague was, in fact, under communist rule until relatively recent times - 1989. Most of us can remember the fall of the Berlin Wall but I have to admit I struggle to remember news coverage of events in Prague at the same time. The Velvet Revolution and the return of power did go relatively smoothly, all things considered, and perhaps that has contributed to my loss of memory. ... more

... The purpose of the museum is to portray an insight into life during the period of occupation, which lasted from just after the second world war until that day in 1989. Admission costs an affordable 180 CZK which is a fraction over £1 and is good v...more

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Museum of Communism (Prague): Dreams, Reality and Nightmares (536 words)
by - written on 18/01/08 (Very useful, 138 readings)
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I had not heard of the Museum of Communism before my recent trip to Prague. Perhaps that it caught the attention of both my husband and I at the exact same time while on a brief visit to the tourist Information centre meant we were destined to go and visit. Even more conveniently, the Museum was situated on the same road as our hotel and a mere five minute walk away. It also has great opening hours, meaning a visit is possible in the early evening. Finally the irony of the fact that they give their directions as being sandwiched in between a McDonalds restaurant and a Casino was not lost on us. It was not however in our DK guide book of the city, and so is one of those ... Read the complete review