Statue of Saint Wenceslas, Bronze equestrian monument at Wenceslas Square, Prague, Czech Republic
The Statue of Saint Wenceslas is an equestrian bronze monument located at Wenceslas Square, depicting the saint mounted on a horse standing on a polished granite pedestal. Decorative bronze chains encircle the base to protect the sculptural group.
The monument was created to honor the country's patron saint and represents nearly four decades of artistic work before completion. The location became a symbolic center for major national events throughout the 20th century.
The four Czech patron saints positioned at the base represent deep religious meaning in local tradition. You can see how this space serves as a place where people connect with national spiritual heritage.
The monument sits in the center of the busy square and is easily accessible from all directions. You can view it at any time since it stands in open public space at a major gathering point.
A real army horse named Ardo served as the sculptor's model for the horse figure. This authentic inspiration made the animal portrayal unusually lifelike and expressive.
GPS coordinates: 50.06579,14.41742
Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:03
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