Historical reflection
Explore the narratives of religious and political changes
The monument highlights the long, often contentious, history of Prague.
Overview
The Mariánský sloup on Old Town Square is a landmark that speaks directly to the turbulent history of Prague. Initially erected in 1650 by Emperor Ferdinand III following the defense of the city against Swedish forces, it stood as a symbol of the Habsburg era for over three centuries. After being pulled down by locals in 1918 upon the creation of the Czechoslovak Republic, the site remained a point of contention for generations. The current monument, a meticulously crafted sandstone replica created by sculptor Petr Váňa, was installed in June 2020. Beyond its religious significance, the column also features historical engineering, functioning as a gnomon for the Prague meridian line. Visitors today can view this restored piece of history as it stands once again in dialogue with the nearby Jan Hus memorial, marking a significant gesture of reconciliation in the heart of the city.
| Attribute | Value | Trust |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Cultural and Historic | HighSource: Overture MapsUpdated: 2026-08-10 |
| Taxonomy primary | Monument | HighSource: Overture MapsUpdated: 2026-08-10 |
| Taxonomy hierarchy | Cultural and Historic > Memorial Site > Monument | HighSource: Overture MapsUpdated: 2026-08-10 |
| Brand | Mariánský sloup - Immaculata | LowSource: GoVisitUpdated: 2026-08-10 |
| Operating status | Unknown | LowSource: GoVisitUpdated: 2026-08-10 |
| Address | Staroměstské náměstí 548/20, 110 00 Praha, CZ | HighSource: Overture MapsUpdated: 2026-08-10 |
| Phones | LowSource: GoVisitUpdated: 2026-08-10 | |
| Emails | LowSource: GoVisitUpdated: 2026-08-10 | |
| Websites | http://www.marianskysloup.cz/ | HighSource: Overture MapsUpdated: 2026-08-10 |
| Socials | https://www.facebook.com/122450192491471 | HighSource: Overture MapsUpdated: 2026-08-10 |
| Wikidata | Unknown | LowSource: GoVisitUpdated: 2026-08-10 |
| GPS (lat/lon) | 50.087375, 14.421322 | HighSource: Overture MapsUpdated: 2026-08-10 |
| H3 cell | 8f1e3541e30c94b | MediumSource: GoVisitUpdated: 2026-08-10 |
| GERS ID | 2c3f5c5c-1eed-4b17-87e5-47c19239639b | HighSource: Overture MapsUpdated: 2026-08-10 |
| Overture confidence | 0.92919640481472 | LowSource: GoVisitUpdated: 2026-08-10 |
| AI agents | Admin | LowSource: GoVisitUpdated: 2026-08-10 |
| Profile status | Listed | LowSource: GoVisitUpdated: 2026-08-10 |
| Managed by | inHotel | LowSource: GoVisitUpdated: 2026-08-10 |
| Last updated | LowSource: GoVisitUpdated: 2026-08-10 |
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| Attribute | Value | Classification | Trust |
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| Prague 1 | H3 cell: 851e3543fffffff | LowSource: GoVisitUpdated: 2026-08-10 | |
| Unknown | H3 cell: Unknown | LowSource: GoVisitUpdated: 2026-08-10 | |
| Old Town Square | H3 cell: 881e3541e3fffff | LowSource: GoVisitUpdated: 2026-08-10 | |
| 0.90 | Walker's Paradise | LowSource: GoVisitUpdated: 2026-08-10 | |
| 0.92 | WHO Target Compliant (<=300m) | LowSource: GoVisitUpdated: 2026-08-10 | |
| 1.00 | Acoustic Baseline (>=300m from major road) | LowSource: GoVisitUpdated: 2026-08-10 |
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| Origin | Air distance (m) |
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| Adjacent neighborhood | Air distance (m) |
|---|---|
| Josefov | 172 |
| New Town | 357 |
| Lesser Town | 646 |
| Holešovice | 686 |
| Smíchov | 1,137 |
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Urban design
Observe the balance of modern and ancient monuments
See how the column balances the nearby Jan Hus memorial.
Baroque study
Examine the craftsmanship of seventeenth-century aesthetics
Admire the detailed sandstone carving work of the modern replica.
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Mo 00:00–24:00, Tu 00:00–24:00, We 00:00–24:00, Th 00:00–24:00, Fr 00:00–24:00, Sa 00:00–24:00, Su 00:00–24:00
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