House of Leaves Museum
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A museum in Tirana dedicated to secret surveillance during Albania's communist era.

πŸ“œ Former headquarters of Albania's feared secret surveillance apparatus, Sigurimi, located in a two-story villa known as the 'House of Leaves'.
πŸ” Now a museum dedicated to uncovering Cold War-era surveillance and political repression.

Why Go

πŸ•΅οΈβ€β™€οΈ Explore 31 rooms detailing surveillance and interrogation techniques.
πŸ“œ View original documents, devices, and victim testimonies.
πŸ›οΈ Housed in a historic 1931 building, once an obstetrics clinic and Gestapo HQ.
πŸ† Awarded European Museum of the Year 2020 by the Council of Europe.
πŸ›οΈ Gain insight into the political repression of Albania's dictatorial regime.

Why Avoid

🀫 Photography officially forbidden inside.
βš–οΈ Content can be unsettling, detailing torture and political repression.
πŸ“ Some exhibition parts may feel tedious or obscure.

Tips

⏰ Allow ample time to explore all 31 rooms and exhibits.
πŸ—£οΈ Exhibits are bilingual (Albanian/English).
πŸ’‘ Consider Bunk’Art 2 for a potentially more accessible experience.

Cost

πŸ’° Adults 700 ALL, groups +12: 500 ALL, students/seniors 210 ALL, children under 12 free.

Hours

πŸ•’ Daily 9am to 7pm; hours may change seasonally.

πŸ“ LocationIn Tirana's city center, opposite the Orthodox Cathedral.

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