Maria column in Toužim, Religious monument in Toužim, Czech Republic.
The Maria column in Toužim is a stone monument with a statue of the Virgin Mary set atop a tall pillar positioned in the town center. The figure crowns a slender, upright shaft that makes the monument visible from various points in the surrounding area.
The monument dates to a period when Catholic monumental art flourished across Central Europe and religious structures shaped town centers. It belongs to a tradition of local memorials that express both religious conviction and regional identity through stone.
The column reflects Catholic devotion that remains woven into the town's identity and daily life. It marks a tradition where communities placed religious monuments at their hearts to honor Mary.
The monument sits in Toužim's center and is easily accessible on foot from the surrounding streets. It is open to visit at all times since it stands as an outdoor monument with no barriers or restricted hours.
The monument showcases regional stonework craftsmanship that reveals local building techniques of its era. The artisans who built it left traces of their skill in the details that visitors can observe today.
Location: Toužim
GPS coordinates: 50.05956,12.98527
Latest update: December 14, 2025 09:46
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