Jan Valerian Jirsík, Bronze statue in Náměstí Přemysla Otakara II, České Budějovice, Czech Republic.
The bronze statue depicts Bishop Jan Valerian Jirsík standing near the Black Tower, representing his role in the Catholic Church and education.
Created in 1926, this monument honors the Bishop of Budweis who served from 1851 to 1883 and established the first Czech-language gymnasium in the city.
The statue, crafted by sculptor Josef Václav Myslbek, stands as a testament to the educational and religious development of České Budějovice in the 19th century.
Located in the main square next to the Black Tower, the statue provides a central meeting point for guided tours of České Budějovice.
The statue incorporates specific design elements that highlight Jirsík's contributions to both religious leadership and Czech-language education in the region.
GPS coordinates: 48.97544,14.47561
Latest update: March 3, 2025 13:15
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