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These tunnels were used by partisans as a base to launch raids against the German and Romanian occupiers. The tunnels are dark and dank and still contain the personal belongings and equipment of the partisans who lived, fought and died there.

The walls are carved with graffiti that is either political or personal (and sentimental) and overall a visit is both a moving as well as interesting experience. It is only possible with a guided tour as the tunnels are confusing and it is easy to get lost.

Above ground is a rather down at heel museum with a few rusty weapons and some interesting, but faded, photographs. Sadly both the tour guide and museum captions are Russian language only.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/24093 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/24091
The style is Csarist-era country house and the food is upmarket, fine dining versions of Russian/Ukrainian favourites such as borsch, pelmeni and shashlik. A perfect place to have a long summer lunch in the garden with friends - and don't forget their wonderful home made lemonade.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/24091 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18288 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18288 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/4503
This sequence in the film is famous for its innovative editing technique and has ensured that the steps are Odessa’s main historic attraction. The view of the port from the top makes it worth climbing all 192 of them.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/4503