The Gulag In The Sea - Goli Otok Island

#abandonedplaces #prisonisland #forbiddenisland
We Explore The Forbidden Island Goli Otok…
Croatias Alcatraz.
This island was the site of the only gulag in Europe.
A high security, top secret, political prison and labour camp located in the northern Adriatic sea.
In operation between 1949 and 1956, it then went on to be a prison until 1989.
Approximately 16,000 people served here and 4,000 of those are said to have died here on the island.
This island was uninhabited until WW1, when the Austro Hungarian Empire, to which these parts then belonged, started sending prisoners of war from Russia to the island.
It was then abandoned again until the post-WW2 Yugoslavian era, under Josep Bros Tito.
The camp was set up to imprison genuine or alleged pro-Soviet communists…even citizens merely accused of exhibiting sympathy towards the soviet union were banished here.
They claimed that they would use their camps to re-educate inmates, convince them they were wrong. That they were not like the fascists and Nazis, opening camps to torture and kill people… yet the camp was a horrific scene of abuse where so many lost their lives.
The prison was entirely inmate-run, and its hierarchical system forced the convicts into beating, humiliating, denouncing and shunning each other.
The camp became a prison in 1956 and non-political convicts began being sent to Goli Otok. 33 years later, 1989, it was completely closed down and has remained so ever since.
Inmates were forced to carry out hard labour daily, they even had to build the workshops they would work in.
The island had a stone quarry, metal and wood workshops, and they were also producing marble slabs.
The Yugoslav regime discredited itself through Goli Otok and destroyed the lives of people, many of whom fought for and believed in that country.
The island remains barron, the buildings continue to crumble away, it is occasionally inhabited by shepherds from the neighbouring island.
Tourists frequent the island and a museum and cafe have been opened, it will remain a reminder of a dark time for many years to come.
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[@benbaker2965]

This trip has been fascinating. How did you ever come to choose Croatia? It is a beautiful country with a dark past. Thank you for taking us there!

[@Samandjessexplore]

Glad you’re enjoying the videos Ben! When the green list was really limited it was an easy place to get to, very cheap too. Very glad we ended up going, it’s a wonderful country. Thank you for watching ☺️🙏🏼

[@J.Carter69]

We went there last September, and travelled from the Island of Rab. It was end of season so there was only me, my wife and the guy driving the boat that took us there. It felt like we were being watched by a thousand invisible eyes. What an interesting, beautiful yet sad and depressing place. We should count our blessings...no matter how small they are. The weirdest thing about the island......despite the many deaths , there arent any visible graves.

[@thef.0.g.690]

Absolutely loved all you films on Croatia. I didn't even know where it was. Thank you for the history and beautiful filming.

[@barbbowen3572]

Another Fantastic location!...This Croatia Trip has given us all a glimpse of a very beautiful Country...Yes, there is a sad Political History but what Country doesn't?...As always, TY Sam&Jess, Karl & Wheaty!...Take Good Care All!...👍😄🤗🌹!...

[@Samandjessexplore]

So glad you’re enjoying it Barb! 😀 Yes a truly beautiful country! Thank you for watching 🥰🙏🏼❤️

[@tinaprentice2136]

So excited to see this Sam and Jess ❤️

[@deborahschroeder763]

A little late in watching the video. But I absolutely loved it. Sam you have an amazing commentary voice . The scenery is absolutely beautiful. Thank you for sharing this with us!!

[@coppertopjohnson9782]

Jess needs to get a pair of Converse sneakers. I worry. I also had Google translate up for some of the labeled rooms/buildings. Interesting explore. And like Jess said, great scenery if you are not a prisoner being tortured. Thanks for sharing.

[@Samandjessexplore]

She needs something for those feet 😁 Glad you enjoyed it! Yes I keep thinking about how I’d love to return here, how ironic. Thank you for watching 🙏🏼

[@tammiemorris7572]

Yea I would feel better if she had safer shoes on but your videos

[@tinytattoomike7943]

Converse will wreck feet they’re the worst along with vans Excellent explore like always 👍

[@EffortlessLH]

Fabulous! Cool but creepy, it’s an unusual place. Thank you Sam and Jess x

[@frederickletch5679]

Sam and Jess what fantastic place. Must have been horrible being a prisoner though. Jess, you look amazing. It will be weird seeing you back in combats. Look forward to next video.

[@johnmccusker7393]

An interesting and informative explore

[@septemberquest6393]

Very interesting place to explore...one can only imagine the bleak history behind this place..you guys stay safe out there...🧤🧤🥾🥾😷😷

[@KeyserTheRedBeard]

incredible upload Samandjessexplore. I smashed that thumbs up on your video. Maintain up the excellent work.

[@Samandjessexplore]

Glad you enjoyed it Keyser! Appreciate that. Thank you for watching 🙏🏼

[@jerroldmcley4347]

Wow truly awesome place glad we got to go with you

[@shauncarter1536]

WHAT A CRAZY PLACE... ANOTHER BANGER EXPLORE 👍👍👍👌🙏😍😍

[@nigelstringerNVS]

Wow guys you get about, grate video again.

[@daisy8599]

Love exploring all this amazing places you guys are awesome ty for sharing

[@Samandjessexplore]

Glad to hear it Daisy 🥰 Thank you for watching 🙏🏼

[@christhompson4270]

Awesome video, thank you for sharing 👍👍👍👏👏👏🌼🌼

[@pascoebrock5877]

enjoyed this after a shit day of work xx

[@Kopite369]

Wow what an amazing explore! some lovely views too.

[@maureenalder8905]

Another great history lesson from Croatia 🇭🇷 always love the shots of Jess walking off in front...she's a sweetheart ❤😘

[@Samandjessexplore]

Glad you enjoyed it Maureen 🥰 Thank you for watching! Love from us both ❤️

[@traceypotts9425]

When you took ya top off Sam ,I thought I was watching naked and afraid lol good stuff bro

[@Samandjessexplore]

😆🤣🤣

[@MaMaSmo123]

Love those scenic shots of Jess in slow-mo walking up the stairs or looking out the window… great cinematography!! I call them your “There she is” shots. Love ya both! Darlene-Nashville Tn USA

[@Samandjessexplore]

Haha I love that 😁 Thank you so much, appreciate that 🙏🏼 Sure hope to make it over there one day 😎 Much love from us both ❤️❤️

[@MaMaSmo123]

@@Samandjessexplore would love to have you. Much History! Your welcome here anytime ❤️👍🏻

[@MrL4t3]

Awesome place but full of dark history.

[@raphaelahons3479]

Do many anandoned prisonn camps which have so much sadness attached to ther remains.

[@daveenglish5026]

Brilliant as always, thank you.

[@martinsallenger5526]

Hi Sam and jess interesting video and thanks for all the information you researched about prison island enjoyed watching this one but l think l say this with every video you share with us,

[@Samandjessexplore]

Glad you enjoyed it Martin 🥰 Thank you for watching 🙏🏼❤️

[@ryanblubaugh7264]

Loads of fun , absolutely stunning views

[@leestevens1816]

Great video guys 👏🏽👏🏽

[@vickyconerty8822]

Excellent video, loved it all!

[@pw7.088]

Omgosh !! This was the best explore I’ve seen yet .. what sad history in such a beautiful place . You both are so blessed to get to experience such amazing places such as this.

[@cathydwire1272]

Wow! I was struck by the starkness of the prison and the beauty of the surroundings. The dichotomy was eerie. Loved the video and all the places in Croatia you have been. Thanks for the journey.

[@Samandjessexplore]

Glad you enjoyed it Cathy 🥰 Thank you for watching 🙏🏼

[@tony40400]

Superb video guys. Very informative also. Well done

[@mynx369]

Fantastic!! What a great exploration on that island....great place to visit for a tour...but .....a horrendous place to be locked up for who knows how many years! That’s a really depressing thought. How horrible it must have been for all the prisoners and guards too to an extent. Fabulous views and gorgeous at nighttime! Thanks for sharing....can’t wait to see the next chapter!! Absolutely loved 🥰 this video! 💖💕💖💕 Stay safe guys!

[@Samandjessexplore]

Glad you enjoyed it 🥰 Yes I can’t bare the thought 😣 Thank you for watching ❤️ Love from us both!

[@ORIGINAL4D]

You've come a long long way baby and I'll praise you like I should. Peace and love ❤️

[@Pantomath.]

Loving this Croatia 🇭🇷 trip you guys are on. Got my first shirt in mail.❤️ Still waiting on my second one and my sticker to arrive.

[@Samandjessexplore]

Glad you’re enjoying them Nadia! Oh that’s amazing!! Thank you so much for supporting us and repping the merch, it means a lot 🥰🙏🏼 Love from us both ❤️

[@BradleyPennyAviation]

Excellent video, keep up the great work.

[@sammycrouch8243]

Really interesting place you went to there! Great job 👏🏼👌🏻

[@nathalielemay7353]

Nice visit !

[@gaynor3976]

Looks a god-forsaken place holding lots of awful memories. Bet they didn't get to enjoy the clear blue sea. Its a huge place so must of held a lot of prisoners in its day. Great explore Sam and Jess thank you xxx

[@mlejoly]

Damned amazing place! Thank you for the vid and the explore!

[@Samandjessexplore]

Glad you enjoyed it 🥳 Thank you for watching 🙏🏼

[@crystalcloud6720]

This was amazing!! Great explore. You know those yellow tips of those cactus are fruit, right? Get alittle dehydrated pick one of those off, yum. I never knew Croatia was such a beautiful place. Absolutely Stunning.

[@Arnie10101]

When that boat guy dropped you all off, I couldn’t help but think ‘I hope he’s coming back! Those stone steps were a bit vertigo-inducing on the way back down, They were no big deal on the way up! I did keep thinking ’I hope Sam has tied his shoelaces securely!’ I think the part I would have enjoyed the most would be watching the stars and the Milky Way on the way back. I’ve not had a good view of the night sky for years!

[@Samandjessexplore]

Haha we were thinking the same thing 😁 That sky view was a real treat 😌 Thank you for watching Arne!

[@beachcaving]

Thank you! That place gave me the goose bumps! 🇺🇸

[@D4WNRiD3R]

great video guys thanks

[@LadyLucie]

Sorry I missed the premiere 😩 watching now though & it’s absolutely amazing! As usual the video is brilliantly well done & super interesting… thank you ❤️

[@Samandjessexplore]

No worries Luciefur 🥰 That means a lot. Thank you for watching 🙏🏼❤️

[@blwolz8772]

Very interesting.

[@joanneragan4]

Another great explore guys xx much love xx

[@Samandjessexplore]

Glad you enjoyed it Joanne 🥰 Thank you for watching! Love from us both ❤️

[@joanneragan4]

@@Samandjessexplore your welcome xx ♥️♥️

[@kellyAL]

Love this video you should of taken that rug lol beautiful views xxxx

[@MickyBrendan]

Best video you have ever done loved it

[@Samandjessexplore]

Glad to hear you enjoyed it Mick! Thank you for watching 🙏🏼

[@bethdoublekickchick8007]

Amazing location! And even as an Australian, I struggle when it's over 30° C too 🥵 💜🤘🇦🇺🦘

[@vinillaguerrilla4300]

Come to Metro Manila... 30 degrees is for little girls :)

[@anthonysuski9248]

Awesome!!!

[@shauncarter1536]

NOT LONG NOW CARNT WAIT FOR THIS.. AWESOMENESS 👌👌👌👌😍😍

[@lisaharrison9425]

Hi Sam and Jess nice to leave a direct message as I alway leave it on Karl’s you to need more credit Jess is our very own action woman, really enjoyed your Chanel lisa

[@nannyofmany8315]

Looking forward to this! X

[@cathyreardon8979]

I guess there was more to explore than you thought. This video was hard to watch because of the torture that took place there.😩😭 Did you feel any bad vibes while videoing there? The surrounding brows were beautiful. I hope you were able to enjoy yourselves after getting away from the terrible past. Love your video filming. GOD BLESS! Be safe. Cathy🌻, Ohio, 🇱🇷

[@annamcknight2573]

You are so brave. Those steps were frightening.

[@cheryleking6543]

Hi Sam And Jess, This adventure in Croatia has been awesome. Was there any reason you chose to go there? It is a beautiful place with a dark past. Great pics as usual. Thanks for taking us with you. Stay Safe ❤❤

[@Samandjessexplore]

Hello Cheryle 😀 Glad you’re enjoying them ☺️ We ended up deciding to go there when the green list for travel was very limited, it was very cheap to go too. Very pleased we went, would love to return 😍 Thank you for watching 🥰🙏🏼

[@thankfulgrateful9623]

Your coverage on Croatia has been informed and creative..just amazing work,thanks for appreciation for the history and fun with the crew 👍

[@Samandjessexplore]

Thank you very much 🙏🏼 Glad you’re enjoying them, appreciate you watching!

[@nannyfairy]

Great Video very interesting. Thank you so much. Lots of love and Blessed Be always 💖💖😘😘

[@Samandjessexplore]

Glad you enjoyed it Jackie 🥰 Thank you for watching 🙏🏼 Love from us both ❤️🥰

[@bingusbingus776]

Awesome all of you. Can't wait to see the next one.the moon shot was beautiful 😍..

[@Samandjessexplore]

Thank you Bingus 😀 Hope you are well 🙏🏼

[@bingusbingus776]

@@Samandjessexplore yes thank you all is well. I hope for you all to is well

[@CatsCoffeeCrime]

Awesome Stone work on the buildings and the walls. The place is so desolate. Could be a Mad Max movie set…. Another Great Find. 💙💖🧡this Croatia Series. 👍🏻

[@Samandjessexplore]

Glad you’re enjoying them Roberta 🥰 Thank you for watching 🙏🏼

[@eppityrrell8236]

The random stuff you come across on your travels 💖

[@angelastanion2970]

Amazing video and content fabulous photography .....I really engage with your videos....keep going 😘😘😘

[@Samandjessexplore]

That means a lot Angela! Glad you enjoy them. Thank you for watching 🥰🙏🏼

[@umsdyahlisusbayu]

Amazing Explore results supported by beautiful places and views as well as the blue sea stretches God Bless you All

[@Samandjessexplore]

God bless Ums 🙏🏼🥰❤️ Thank you for watching!

[@jacqueline7986]

Love the scenery footage, amazing lovely clear water, Seems like a Devils Island for the prisoners, must have been horrible in the scorching heat, great Explore so much history, Thanks

[@trudiemead9896]

It is so hard to i imagine the horrors that have gone on in a place as beautiful as this. Very interesting video. Loved it as always.💞

[@Samandjessexplore]

Glad to hear it Trudie, appreciate you watching 🙏🏼❤️

[@dorabella64]

What a spectacular journey with holidays everyday. 🎉🎊🎆 Be Blessed Always 🤗💕

[@Chris-gx5rr]

Just watching it now guys thank you xx

[@Samandjessexplore]

Enjoy Christina 🥰🙏🏼

[@angelakathyleendennis5766]

Amazing place, job well done 👏. Peace, love ❤ and prosperity to you both

[@Samandjessexplore]

Thank you for watching Angela 🥰 Same to you 🙏🏼❤️

[@denisewatson5295]

What a beautiful explore 😍✨❤. The island 🏝 is beautiful. What a shame that they kept prisoners there 😕. Stay safe 👌🙏❤💓💙💕👌🙏

[@PandorasBox9330]

WOW!!! WOW!!! & WOW!!!

[@nannyofmany8315]

Wow. That island was super. I bet it’s creepy at night tho. Very creepy! Pitch black! Well made video as per usual and very entertaining. Thank you the three of you for sharing your experiences xx

[@Samandjessexplore]

Glad you enjoyed it! 😀 Thank you for watching 🙏🏼❤️

[@NIBELVALDEZ]

Woo awesome place greetings from mexico urbex

[@Samandjessexplore]

Greetings! 😀 Hope to make it over your way one day 😎🙏🏼

[@marilynwargo6288]

Sometimes history changes for the better. What a sad place. Great explore! Thank you! 🌸🐌💙🌙

[@Rick_Cleland]

Have you seen things at the minute!? We're doomed *DOOMED!!* I tells Ya!

[@marilynwargo6288]

@@Rick_Cleland thank you, I was talking about the past, not the screwed up present. We are in deep shite.

[@nannyofmany8315]

Aga on Steroids. Just too funny. That island is amazing. It needs to be upgraded to a holiday resort of some sort. It would be spectacular. The views are stunning. Maybe a resort to attract middle aged people who don’t crave the nightlife of Spains resorts. Tho I rather feel that the island would be incredibly haunted. Prisoners would have been treated mercilessly by the top prison guards who were prisoners themselves! A bit like ‘The Lunatics Have Taken Over The Asylum’ vibe to the place Super video as ever. You guys never fail to impress xx😁🤗

[@tinaprentice2136]

Wow incredible video Sam and Jess 🥰 was wondering if you could link the music you put in your videos. Really love the music you put to your videos ☺️

[@Samandjessexplore]

Glad you enjoyed it Tina! 🥰 Ah yes apologies, we keep meaning to do this and forget everytime! Will go through and link each one soon. Thank you for watching 🙏🏼❤️

[@Chris-gx5rr]

My reminder is on Carnt wait xx👻❤️

[@hikerx9366]

If someone has been bitten or scratched by a bat, you must contact public health or a physician for an assessment. If a pet had been in contact with a bat, the animal owner should contact their veterinarian for assessment. If captured, the bat can be tested for rabies.

[@Tom.Jackson.]

Must have been horrid there as an inmate, maybe send all ours there 🤭 Was that a 🎶 Bat out of Hell 🎶 hitting on Jess 🤭 Great place to much walking and sun for me, would love to have spent some time on the boat looking up at the dark skies 🙂

[@garylipponen884]

So interesting! And yes sea urchins will mess you up.

[@signal98]

❤

[@danielchivatodelasnews4638]

I Love Jess.

[@Rick_Cleland]

👀

[@debbielucas4009]

Thank you for showing this place that a lot of people don't want to remember all the demonic evil things of how much people were tortured and abused that people needs to remember what would have happened if you would check back probably one of your own ancestors

[@Samandjessexplore]

I agree! These people aren’t to be forgotten. Glad you enjoyed the video ❤️ Thank you for watching 🙏🏼

[@Rick_Cleland]

😱😱😱

[@davexvs]

that was awesome thanx guys {:-) PAV stokie

[@Samandjessexplore]

Glad you enjoyed it Pav 😀 Thank you for watching 🙏🏼

[@lotusdolphin]

Hello my loves! This was really interesting! Was very unnerving watching you guys at night however. Jess you are absolutely fearless! No play you won’t go into first. Trumping ahead like you were going to the fair lol. No wonder you guys are in such great shape! That place was huge! But the scenery was outstanding. So pretty. Hard to remember where you were and what had happened there. Glad you made it out safe and sound. I missed the live one. Who’s birthday was it?? Happy happy birthday.🎉🎈💕😘 As always love from Liz out in Cali💕🤗😘😎🇺🇸

[@Shaznumber1]

Just wondering if you found out what the things were that you had never seen before. There looks to be no graves. Could they have been used for cremating bodies?

[@valeriemcmahon7998]

Can you imagine the torture of prisoners in wartime, killed, murdered, then it was a normal prison years and years later. When it was a normal prison, I bet the prisoners seen so many spirits from the past that were torture and murdered, god bless all the pows that lost their lives. Absolutely love this video 📹, Sam and jesse as always much love and respect, and jesse your a warrior sister ❤💙 xx

[@Samandjessexplore]

So true Valerie 😰 All that tragedy will have left its mark 😣 Glad you enjoyed the video, thank you for watching 🙏🏼 Much love from us both ❤️❤️

[@valeriemcmahon7998]

@@Samandjessexplore your so welcome im totally in love you both and your channel, lol, hope that didn't sound creepy, ( in love with you both) but you know what I mean, ye your channel has gone from strength to strength, how Sam narrates the commentary is first class, and jesse your a total warrior girl, you put many utubers to shame how woosy they are, keep those vids coming guys much love, valerie from Scotland x

[@timgrovenor7336]

Jess why is Sam standing back letting/suggesting you go first on the risky climbs or scary tunnels etc you go girl Sam won't !

[@Samandjessexplore]

Jess leads the way

[@tinyTears]

No health and safety there then anywhere else you couldn’t go round a place that is dangerous condition.😳

[@sueyoung8697]

Sam what's the name of this prison or was the name of it

[@ryandavies2634]

Goli Otok

[@bjorngve]

Hot pics.

[@sueyoung8697]

That one building probly was a chicken coop, to raise there own chickens and have eggs 🥚

[@angieflynn5354]

I think you will find this place was so cruel to the inmates much more Died there than what any books can tell you and the regular practice was to execute inmates with a sledgehammer need I say more

[@dansharpie]

perhaps a lime kiln the room with a shoot in it

[@srvanddt1]

The room with all the pictures of naked women was probably the spank room for the prisoners😁

[@weedfreer]

I don't think them rooms were likely for learning...not unless it was for 're-eduction' of 'political thinking' maybe. More than likely were workhouse rooms...sewing of garments etc etc.

[@aaaaaa2206]

Only gulag in Europe you say? Depends on what you mean by "gulag". If you mean an internment/concentration/prison camp for the punishment and torture of the enemies of the communist regime it certainly wasn't the only one.

[@waynejacksonofficial]

Massive 5 Day Multirig Party is What i see!!!

[@EffortlessLH]

Fabulous! Cool but creepy, it’s an unusual place. Thank you Sam and Jess x

[@Samandjessexplore]

Glad you enjoyed it 😀 Thank you for watching 🙏🏼

[@moisesballesterosiraola6919]

I Love Jess.

[@Rick_Cleland]

👀