Transnistria: Hidden Soviet Art & Mosaics
Overview
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8 hours
Mobile ticket
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.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
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.
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Transnistria: Hidden Soviet Mosaics
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Air-conditioned vehicle
Fuel surcharge
We will have the chance to have lunch at a Soviet-style cafeteria.
Pickup points
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Operated by Transnistria Insider Tours