Memorial Submarine S-56 Museum, Vladivostok (must see)

Vladivostok has always been the base city of the Russian Pacific fleet. One of historical artifacts of the Soviet navy heritage is Memorial Submarine S-56 Museum. During World War II, this submarine sailed in dangerous waters of the Atlantic Ocean under the command of captain Chedrin and is said to have sunk ten German ships. The boat was returned to the Pacific Ocean fleet in 1951 and served as a training vessel. In 1975 S-56 became a memorial and a museum. Step inside to discover the pride of the military navy of the past. Open from Wednesday till Sunday: 10 am- 6 pm. Closed on every last Friday of the month.

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Sight Name: Memorial Submarine S-56 Museum
Sight Location: Vladivostok, Russia (See walking tours in Vladivostok)
Sight Type: Museum/Gallery
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Walking Tours in Vladivostok, Russia

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Travel Distance: 1.9 Km or 1.2 Miles