Pomník obětem horolezecké výpravy v Huascaránu 1970, Memorial of mountaineers in Strašnice, Czech Republic.
The Pomník obětem horolezecké výpravy v Huascaránu 1970 is a stone memorial in the Strašnice district made from Hořice sandstone. It stands approximately 2.65 meters tall and 2.3 meters wide, designed by artists Miloslav Hejný and Milan Vácha.
The memorial was built between 1972 and 1973 to honor 15 Czechoslovak climbers who died in an avalanche on Huascarán in Peru during 1970. The tragedy occurred high on the mountain during the expedition.
The monument carries the name of a distant tragedy and reflects Czech mountaineering traditions and respect for nature's forces. Visitors can sense how this community remembers those who pursued extreme adventures.
The memorial stands along a local street and is accessible anytime for visitors. It has information boards explaining the expedition's story and serves as a meeting place for remembrance gatherings.
The memorial inspired the naming of a popular cross-country skiing race in the region. The event became known as a remembrance race dedicated to the mountain climbers.
Location: Strašnice
Inception: 1972
Creator: Miloslav Hejný, Milan Vácha
Height: 265 cm
Width: 230 cm
Made from material: hořický pískovec
GPS coordinates: 50.07944,14.49872
Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:04
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