8 Most Beautiful Prisons In The World

1. Alcatraz Prison, USA

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2. Château d’If, France

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3. Kresty Prison, Russia

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4. Halden Prison, Norway

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5. Chillon Castle, Switzerland

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6. Justice Center Leoben, Austria

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7. Fremantle Prison, Australia

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8. Bastoy Prison, Norway

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