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From Tirana Spaç Prison Unveiling Albania's Dark Past
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From Tirana Spaç Prison Unveiling Albania's Dark Past
From Tirana Spaç Prison Unveiling Albania's Dark Past
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From Tirana Spaç Prison Unveiling Albania's Dark Past

By Almanart
Free cancellation available
Price is $154 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 7h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
Overview

Take a captivating day trip from Tirana to Spaç Prison, a chilling relic of Albania’s communist past. Once a notorious labor camp for political prisoners, Spaç stands as a haunting reminder of the repression and resilience that defined an era. On this guided tour, you will explore the ruins of the prison, learn about the daily struggles of those who lived there, and gain deep insight into Albania’s journey to freedom.
Prison Introduction: Upon arrival, we will introduce you to the history of Spaç Prison, built in 1968 as a forced labor camp for political prisoners under Enver Hoxha's regime.
Exploring the Ruins: Learn about the prisoners who dared to resist, creating hidden messages or works of art as acts of defiance.
This tour offers more than just a visit to a historical site. It’s an opportunity to connect with Albania’s past in a meaningful way, providing insight into the lives of those who suffered under a totalitarian regime.

Activity location

  • Spac Prison
    • Burgu i Spacit
    • 4605, Koder Spac, Albania

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Tiranë
    • Tiranë, Tirana County, Albania

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From Tirana Spaç Prison Unveiling Albania's Dark Past
  • Activity duration is 7 hours and 30 minutes7h 30m
    7h 30m
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 8:00am
Price details
$154.20 x 1 Adult$154.20
Total
Price is $154.20

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedBottled water
  • What's includedWhat's includedWiFi on board
  • What's includedWhat's includedAir-conditioned vehicle
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedFood and drinks
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedPersonal expenses

Know before you book

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children under 6 years
  • People with mobility impairments
  • Wheelchair users

Activity itinerary

Spac Prison
  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Spaç Prison: Exploring the haunting remains of this former communist-era labor camp, where political prisoners endured harsh conditions. The Prison Cells: Walking through the deteriorating cells that once held Albania's political dissidents, offering a stark reminder of the regime’s oppression. The Prison Courtyard: Standing in the open yard where inmates spent their days laboring and gathering, surrounded by the harsh mountainous landscape. The Mine Shafts: Witnessing the entrances to the mines where prisoners were forced into grueling labor, extracting copper and pyrite. Panoramic Views of the Mirdita Region: Enjoy sweeping views of the surrounding mountains and valleys, contrasting the site's dark history with its natural beauty.
Rubik
  • 45m
Monastery Church of Rubik Visiting this stunning medieval church, known for its serene hilltop location, unique architecture, and historical significance as one of Albania's treasured landmarks. The Monastery Church of Rubik or as it is otherwise known by the name Rubik's Church is one of the symbols of Christianity in Albania and an identity value of our history. The medieval Benedictine monastery is located in a favorable location, on a visible plot rocky of a natural bend of the river Fan, above the city of Rubik. Historiography has recognized the Monastery Church of Rubik as and the parish church with the same name. Once a Franciscan church, in the city of Rubik and in the district of Lezha historically part of this diocese, today is included in the newest bishopric that of Rreshen. The Monastery Church of Rubik since 1166 until 1972, it is mentioned 34 times in different publications.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESSpac Prison
    • Burgu i Spacit
    • 4605, Koder Spac, Albania

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLETiranë
    • Tiranë, Tirana County, Albania

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