Pillar of the Plague, Memorial obelisk in Freedom Square, Brno, Czech Republic
The Pillar of the Plague is a white stone monument in Freedom Square that rises approximately 20 meters high and is decorated with sculptures and religious motifs. The structure contains multiple stacked levels with various figural elements and concludes with a religious statue at its peak.
The monument was built between 1740 and 1755 to mark the end of a devastating plague epidemic that devastated Brno and surrounding regions. Its construction served as a way to commemorate this difficult period in the city's history.
The monument displays religious symbols still visible today, with the statue of the Virgin Mary at its top and various saints carved around the structure. Visitors can observe these spiritual representations and understand how important faith was to the people of that era.
The monument is located in the center of Freedom Square and is easily reached by several tram lines that stop directly at Náměstí Svobody station. Visitors can view the monument from all sides as they walk around the square.
The monument was created by local craftsmen who incorporated elaborate baroque sculptural work to represent different saints. Each figure was carefully crafted to preserve details and artistic quality.
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