Nicolaus Copernicus Bench in Olsztyn, Bronze memorial bench in Olsztyn, Poland.
The bronze statue depicts Nicolaus Copernicus seated on a bench near Olsztyn Castle, holding an armillary sphere in his hands.
From 1516 to 1521, Nicolaus Copernicus served as administrator of Warmia Chapter at Olsztyn Castle, where he conducted astronomical observations and prepared defenses.
The memorial represents the connection between Olsztyn and the astronomer through a sculpture that allows visitors to sit next to the scientific figure.
Located in front of the castle entrance, the bench provides a meeting point for guided tours exploring the astronomical heritage of the region.
The statue connects to a preserved heliograph inside the castle, which Copernicus used to measure the solar year through lines engraved on the walls.
Location: Olsztyn
GPS coordinates: 53.77723,20.47539
Latest update: March 8, 2025 01:41
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