Letenský profil, Natural monument at Letná, Czech Republic.
Letenský profil is a protected geological site on the Vltava riverbank in Prague with exposed rock layers spanning millions of years of Earth's history. The walls display alternating bands of light and dark stone that reveal different periods of ancient seafloor deposition.
The site received official protection status in 1988 when its scientific value became recognized by authorities. These rock layers formed when the region was still submerged beneath ancient seas.
The geological formations contain numerous fossils, including trilobite specimens that provide scientific knowledge about ancient marine life in this region.
The location is easily accessible near public transport stops and walking paths along nearby streets. Visitors can observe the rock formations from viewing points without requiring specialized climbing equipment or advanced preparation.
Fossilized remains of ancient sea creatures are preserved within the rock layers, including shells and traces of tiny organisms. These discoveries prove that a shallow ocean once covered this location.
Location: Letná
Inception: July 4, 1988
GPS coordinates: 50.09390,14.41310
Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:02
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