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The KGB Museum

The museum now can be considered to be one of the greatest attractions in Moscow equal to such places of interest as Kremlin and Tretyakov Gallery.

It was first set up in the 1970’s in the famous Lubyanka building. Until now western tourists could not even imagine the possibility of being present at the KGB headquarters as an honored guest. Visiting the museum is a great opportunity to learn the mysterious legends, to see the particular items which are related to different periods in history of the Russian Secret Service. The museum finally reveals the true story of many legendary Russian spies. It presents fascinating data about espionage conducted in the former Soviet Union by western countries and it exhibits intricate pieces of equipment used by the spies.

Last update: 01.01.1970