Spotlighting Israel's lesser known Gems, great places and people. From the time of the Crusades until the beginning of the State this building was virtually impenetrable. The room where they were hanged serves as a memorial. The prison held an assortment of prisoners including common criminals, illegal immigrants and political prisoners. The building is nothing short of oppressive.
Repression literally emanates from the walls.
Visiting the former prison one cannot escape the feeling that this must have been a very terrible place for those who were incarcerated here. The Museum of the Underground Prisoners is immense. The ceilings here are high and often vaulted and the walls are extremely thick. As you walk through this building, in addition to the gallows you will be able to see prisoners cells, telltale signs of the famous outbreak the prison yard and much more. Be advised that touring this site requires climbing a fair number of stairs.