Váňův kámen, Limestone cliff natural monument in Kopřivnice, Czech Republic.
Váňův kámen is a limestone cliff located near Kopřivnice that rises about 15 meters from a mountainside. The rock formation draws climbers and nature visitors who come to explore marked trails and take in views of the surrounding landscape.
The rock served as a gathering point in 1695 during significant social unrest in the region. Archaeological discoveries have shown that the area was inhabited in earlier periods, indicating a long human presence at this location.
The site held significance as a gathering place during times of social unrest, marking an important moment when local people came together to voice their concerns. Today visitors come to experience this layered past while enjoying the natural surroundings.
You can reach the site via marked trails starting from Kopřivnice town and should wear sturdy shoes since the terrain is rocky and uneven. The best time to visit is during dry weather, when the paths are safer to navigate.
The site was originally called Devil's Stone but was renamed after a local farmer who owned the surrounding lands. This change reflects how local places often get their names from the people who lived and worked nearby.
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