Estonian Memorial to the Victims of Communism
The Estonian Memorial to the Victims of Communism, located in Tallinn, is dedicated to all those who fell victim to the terror of the Soviet Union's communist regime between 1940 and 1991 – those who were murdered, imprisoned, or deported.
The memorial has two parts: the somber "Journey," with memorial walls bearing the names of the deceased and a reminder of people with unknown fates, and the brighter "Home Garden," where longing for home and the dream of freedom intertwine. Apple trees have been planted with winding paths between them, and a wall depicts a bee family holding together.
The memorial is complemented by educational signs, a monument to Estonian officers, and a virtual e-memorial that gathers data on over 75,000 people.
The Memorial to the Victims of Communism is a tribute established by the Estonian people and nation to the sufferers and a reminder of the fragility of freedom. It is a quiet place for reflection, where victims can be commemorated and remembered, and the history and fate of the Estonian people can be understood.
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Haunting. Beautiful. Educational. Inspirational. Sad.
tripadvisor rating 5 of 5Fantastically designed memorial. Peaceful, contemplative place that is simultaneously haunting and beautiful. Wonderful memorial to those that Estonia lost during this hideous part of their... Read more comments
A Powerful reminder
tripadvisor rating 4 of 5Hadn't read about this memorial before hand it's a short walk from the museum of Estonian history and well worth visiting. A sobering reminder of the impact of soviet occupation and the regime's... Read more comments
Thought-provoking and important detour from the Estonian History Museum a few minutes away
tripadvisor rating 5 of 5A collection of peaceful and thought-provoking monuments, in the shadow of an imposing, shocking, black metal cleft, which looks out to sea. The names of hundreds—perhaps thousands—of Estonian... Read more comments
