The Museo de la Justicia, located in Asunción, Paraguay, is a chilling testament to the country’s past under the dictatorship of Alfredo Stroessner. The museum, once a center of the regime’s brutal repression, now serves as a monument to the quest for truth and justice.

History of Museo de la Justicia

Prior to its role as a museum, the building served as the headquarters for the Technical Department of the Police, where countless human rights abuses were committed during the Stroessner dictatorship (1954-1989). Today, it stands as a memorial, and aims to promote human rights and remember the victims of the oppressive regime.

How to Get There

The museum is located in Asunción, and is easily accessible by public transportation including buses, taxis, and on foot if you are staying within the city center.

Attractions

The Museo de la Justicia offers visitors a sobering yet educational experience:

• Exhibition rooms depicting the abuses suffered under Stroessner’s dictatorship.
• Personal testimonies of survivors and documentation of the era’s human rights abuses.
• The haunting cells where political prisoners were kept and tortured.

Ticket Information

Entry to the museum is free, although donations are appreciated. For the most accurate information, visit the museum’s official website or contact the museum directly.

Tips for Visiting

• Be prepared for the heavy content, as the museum deals explicitly with torture and human rights abuses.
• A guided tour is recommended for the most comprehensive understanding of the exhibitions.
• Respect the solemnity of the site and behave accordingly.