Statue of John of Nepomuk in Bouzov Castle, Religious statue at Bouzov Castle, Czech Republic
The bronze statue of John of Nepomuk stands near the entrance of Bouzov Castle, depicting a priest holding a crucifix with five stars surrounding his head.
The statue commemorates John of Nepomuk, who was thrown into the Vltava River in 1393 for refusing to disclose Queen Sophie's confessions to King Wenceslaus IV.
This representation of John of Nepomuk reflects the Czech tradition of placing statues of the saint near bridges and important landmarks throughout the country.
Visitors can observe the statue during regular castle tours from April to October, with guided explanations available in multiple languages.
The statue contains specific markers identifying the cause of John of Nepomuk's martyrdom, including a palm branch symbolizing his sacrifice for maintaining confessional secrecy.
Location: Bouzov
GPS coordinates: 49.70466,16.88939
Latest update: March 2, 2025 21:29
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