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Transnistria: Hidden Soviet Art & Mosaics

Location Chisinau, Republic of Moldova, Europe
$308.29
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Overview

Transnistria is already one of Europe's most unusual destinations, but even many visitors never discover one of its best-kept secrets: a remarkable collection of Soviet mosaics hidden across towns and villages rarely visited by foreign travelers.

This is the only tour that brings them together in a single experience. Departing from Chisinau, you'll travel across Transnistria in search of more than 13 Soviet mosaics and 4 monumental bas-reliefs located in Bender, Ghisca, Tiraspol and Sucleia.

Created during the Soviet era, these artworks were designed to inspire, educate and communicate the values of their time. While many similar works disappeared elsewhere after 1991, dozens have survived here almost unchanged.

No museums, no queues and no entrance tickets. Just a journey through one of Europe's least-understood territories, exploring forgotten Soviet art with a local guide.
Transnistria: Hidden Soviet Mosaics
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 8 hours

Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.

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  • Fuel surcharge
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Private transportation
  • We will have the chance to have lunch at a Soviet-style cafeteria.

Meeting point
Meeting point is the parking area in front of the Supreme Council building in central Tiraspol. Easy vehicle access and free parking available.
I can meet you at the border before you go through Transnistria passport control. Or immediately after you clear border control.
Meeting point is at the main entrance of MallDova shopping center. Free parking and taxi access available.
Return details
Meeting point is the parking area in front of the Supreme Council building in central Tiraspol. Easy vehicle access and free parking available.
I can meet you at the border before you go through Transnistria passport control. Or immediately after you clear border control.
Meeting point is at the main entrance of MallDova shopping center. Free parking and taxi access available.

  • Bender
    Here, we will find: 1. A mosaic at the former city bus station; 2. A mosaic featuring a character from Moldovan folklore; 3. A mosaic on the facade of the House of Culture; 4. A mosaic inside the House of Culture; 5. A mosaic on the building of the Moldavkabel factory; 6. A mosaic at the Silk Factory bus stop; 7. A mosaic on the Silk Factory building; 8. A mosaic on the House of Culture of the Silk Factory.
  • Here, we will visit an abandoned agricultural college, home to several Soviet-era mosaics. We will also see the bas-reliefs and a mosaic-decorated bus stop at the entrance to the village.
  • Tiraspol
    Here, we will visit five sites: 1. The mosaic at the entrance to Tiraspol; 2. The Tree of Life mosaic; 3. The mosaics at Lyceum No. 1 in Tiraspol; 4. The mosaic stele at the northern entrance to Tiraspol;
  • Here, we will see: 1. Several mosaics depicting various sports at the village sports school; 2. A bas-relief dedicated to the Moldovan people; 3. A bas-relief dedicated to agricultural workers; 4. Unusual Monument of Lenin.

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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    Transnistria: Hidden Soviet Art & Mosaics

    Location Chisinau, Republic of Moldova, Europe
    $308.29
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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