Paxmal, Peace monument in Walenstadt, Switzerland
The Paxmal monument stands in front of the Churfirsten mountain range, featuring two main walls that display different aspects of human existence.
Swiss artist Karl Bickel constructed this monument between 1924 and 1949 after recovering from tuberculosis at this location in 1913.
The left wall of the monument represents earthly life through depictions of human couples, while the right wall shows spiritual awakening through various beings.
The monument remains accessible from spring through autumn, with parking facilities available for visitors who wish to explore this cultural heritage site.
Karl Bickel spent 25 years building this monument by hand, incorporating both physical and metaphysical elements into its architectural design.
Location: Walenstadt
Location: canton St. Gallen
Creator: Karl Bickel
Address: Grundweg
GPS coordinates: 47.14222,9.27000
Latest update: March 12, 2025 02:32
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