Statues of Saints Cyril and Methodius at Charles Bridge, Religious monument on Charles Bridge, Prague, Czech Republic.
The statues depict Saints Cyril and Methodius on Charles Bridge, showing them as preachers engaged with the people around them. Carved from sandstone, the works capture a moment of spiritual teaching and community gathered in faith.
A sculptor created these works in the early 20th century to honor two missionaries from the 9th century. Their addition came centuries after the bridge's other statues, making them a modern contribution to an otherwise medieval collection.
The statues honor two missionaries whose work shaped how Christianity and written language spread across Slavic lands centuries ago. Their legacy remains visible in how the region values religious and cultural heritage today.
These figures stand on the north side of the bridge and are accessible during all hours without any admission required. The bridge itself is always open, making it easy to include the statues in any walking tour of Prague.
These figures were added decades after every other statue on the bridge, making them an unexpected modern addition to an otherwise medieval collection. Visitors often miss them because they stand apart from the long row of older, more famous sculptures.
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