BERLIN EXHIBITION

The Stasi Museum in Berlin is a fascinating and deeply moving place that offers an unrivalled insight into the dark past of the GDR and its secret police, the State Security (Stasi). Visitors are immersed in a world that was characterised by surveillance, fear and oppression, but also by courage, resistance and hope.

The exhibition is masterfully curated and offers an impressive collection of artefacts, documents and interactive displays that vividly illustrate the methods and atmosphere of Stasi surveillance and persecution. You can marvel at the spying and surveillance equipment used by the Stasi to monitor its citizens, as well as learn about the personal stories and fates of victims and dissidents.

What makes the museum so special is the atmosphere it creates. The faithfully reconstructed offices and interrogation rooms literally immerse you in the grim reality of the GDR regime. It is hard not to be gripped by the oppressive aura that prevails in these rooms and at the same time by the strength and will to resist of those who rebelled against injustice.

The guided tour of the museum is extremely informative and sensitively organised. The guides are well-informed and give you the feeling that they are really passionate about bringing history to life and sensitising visitors. You leave the museum not only with a deeper understanding of the history of the GDR and its impact, but also with a sense of gratitude for the freedom and democracy we enjoy today.

Overall, the Stasi Museum in Berlin is an absolute must for anyone interested in history, human rights and the meaning of freedom. It is a moving experience that stays with you for a long time and opens your eyes to the dangers of totalitarianism and the importance of remaining vigilant and standing up for our democratic values.

Rating: 10/10