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Life Under Communism – Small Group Guided Tour in Sofia
- Duration1h 30m
- Max Travelers10 people
- Free CancellationUp to 24 hrs
- CategoryCultural Tours, Historical Tours
Overview
Discover the intriguing history of Bulgaria under communist rule from 1945 to 1990 on this small group guided tour. Explore a hidden park featuring authentic monuments from the communist era, while learning about daily life, economic organization, and restrictions faced by citizens. Delve into topics like media control, educational structures, and the oppressive measures of the regime.
Visit the ‘Vaska Emanuilova’ Gallery, home to significant sculptures from this period, with free entry included. The tour wraps up near a traditional restaurant reflecting communist style, perfect for a lunch stop.
– Small group tour exploring Bulgaria’s communist history
– Visit a park with preserved monuments and limited walking distance
– Free entry to the ‘Vaska Emanuilova’ Gallery featuring propaganda art
– Option for lunch at a restaurant decorated in traditional communist style
Gallery
What's included
Visit to the gallery of 'Vaska Emanuilova'
Information about life during the communist period in Bulgaria
Guided tour in a park, with preserved authentic monuments from the communist time
What's Not included
Gratuities /tips/ to the guide - recommended in the end of the tour
Itinerary
Walk through a park near the city center, a hidden gem with authentic monuments from the communist era. nnDiscover how the economy was organized, how people could buy a car, and why it was not allowed to celebrate Christmas. Learn about the common student brigades, when scholars and students had to work free for the state during the summers.nnLearn about the control of the media, the propaganda, and the forced manifestations. Learn about the travel restrictions and the so-called u2018citizenshipu2019. And finally, learn about the secret services and the oppressive measure of the regime.nnNext, visit the 'Vaska Emanuilova Gallery', home to works by one of the most prominent sculptors of the communist period. She was designing many of the propaganda monuments for the regime, including the famous u2018Soviet Armyu2019 sculpture.nnEnd your tour near a traditional communist-style restaurant, where you can choose to enjoy a meal and reflect on the stories youu2019ve heard.
Good to know
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.