Wenceslas Square, Central square in New Town, Prague, Czech Republic
Wenceslas Square stretches 750 meters through Prague's New Town district, featuring wide pedestrian areas bordered by department stores and historical buildings.
The square, established in 1348 as a horse market by Charles IV, became a central location for major political events including the 1989 Velvet Revolution.
The National Museum and the bronze statue of Saint Wenceslas, patron saint of Bohemia, mark the upper section of this central Prague landmark.
Two metro stations, Muzeum and Mustek, connect the square to Prague's public transportation network, while numerous shops and restaurants line both sides.
The square holds memorial plaques honoring Jan Palach and others who protested against the 1968 Soviet invasion of Czechoslovakia.
Location: Prague 1
Location: New Town
Inception: 1348
Length: 750 m
Width: 60 m
Address: Václavské nám., 110 00 Praha-Praha 1, Czechia 110 00
GPS coordinates: 50.08231,14.42614
Latest update: August 11, 2025 11:26
Prague features historical monuments from the Middle Ages to the 20th century. The medieval center includes the Old Town Square with its astronomical clock. The royal castle overlooks the city from its hill. Charles Bridge connects the two banks of the Vltava. Religious buildings, museums, and theaters illustrate Gothic, Baroque, and modern architecture.
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