Historical context
Visit the site of the 1918 independence proclamation
Reflect on the significant political events that occurred here.
Overview
The bronze equestrian statue of Saint Wenceslas stands as a significant landmark in the heart of Prague at the top of Wenceslas Square. Crafted by the renowned sculptor Josef Václav Myslbek between 1887 and 1924, this massive monument reaches over seven meters in height and depicts the saint mounted on the stallion Ardo. The statue is a deeply important symbol of the Czech nation, as the independence of the country was proclaimed here in 1918. Beyond the central figure of Wenceslas, the monument features four other key Czech patron saints, including St. Ludmila, St. Agnes, St. Prokop, and St. Adalbert, all set upon a polished granite pedestal. Whether you are exploring the city's history or simply walking through the busy square, this monument is a central point that anchors the cultural identity 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 |
| Operating status | Unknown | LowSource: GoVisitUpdated: 2026-08-10 |
| Address | Václavské nám., 110 00 Praha, CZ | HighSource: Overture MapsUpdated: 2026-08-10 |
| Phones | LowSource: GoVisitUpdated: 2026-08-10 | |
| Emails | asistent@farnostvrsovice.cz | HighSource: Overture MapsUpdated: 2026-08-10 |
| Websites | www.farnostvrsovice.cz | HighSource: Overture MapsUpdated: 2026-08-10 |
| Socials | https://www.facebook.com/202600103101720 | HighSource: Overture MapsUpdated: 2026-08-10 |
| Wikidata | Unknown | LowSource: GoVisitUpdated: 2026-08-10 |
| GPS (lat/lon) | 50.079797, 14.429740 | HighSource: Overture MapsUpdated: 2026-08-10 |
| H3 cell | 8f1e3541a94d780 | MediumSource: GoVisitUpdated: 2026-08-10 |
| GERS ID | c617ac4c-bf25-4062-8fb8-5711520f18b6 | HighSource: Overture MapsUpdated: 2026-08-10 |
| Overture confidence | 0.9529481530189514 | 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 |
Area
| Attribute | Value | Classification | Trust |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prague 1 | H3 cell: 851e3543fffffff | LowSource: GoVisitUpdated: 2026-08-10 | |
| Unknown | H3 cell: Unknown | LowSource: GoVisitUpdated: 2026-08-10 | |
| Wenceslas Square | H3 cell: 861e3541fffffff | LowSource: GoVisitUpdated: 2026-08-10 | |
| 0.82 | High Pedestrian Accessibility | LowSource: GoVisitUpdated: 2026-08-10 | |
| 0.91 | WHO Target Compliant (<=300m) | LowSource: GoVisitUpdated: 2026-08-10 | |
| 0.39 | Moderate Exposure (50-150m) | LowSource: GoVisitUpdated: 2026-08-10 |
Transportation
How to get to Statue of Saint Wenceslas from common arrival points.
| Origin | Air distance (m) |
|---|
| Adjacent neighborhood | Air distance (m) |
|---|---|
| Vinohrady | 91 |
| Old Town | 660 |
| Žižkov | 741 |
| Karlín | 1,287 |
| Smíchov | 1,350 |
| Vyšehrad | 1,413 |
| Nusle | 1,450 |
| Holešovice | 1,580 |
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Sculptural study
Analyze the architectural and ornamental design features
Notice the polished granite pedestal and ornamental bronze details.
Art appreciation
Examine the work of sculptor Josef Václav Myslbek
Appreciate the craftsmanship of early 20th-century bronze casting.
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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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