Plague Pillar, Baroque stone sculpture in Main Street, Slovakia.
The Plague Pillar reaches 14 meters high and features sculptures of saints including Joseph, Sebastian, and Ladislaus around its stone base.
Built between 1720 and 1723, the column stands as a memorial to the end of the devastating plague epidemic that affected Košice during 1710-1711.
The monument displays religious figures including the Virgin Mary at its peak, while the surrounding fence holds statues of saints Gabriel, Elizabeth, and Barbara.
The sculpture maintains its original location in the center of Main Street, with numerous transportation options and parking facilities available nearby.
Beneath the column lies a hidden chamber containing relics of Saint Valentine, as indicated by a plaque at the base.
Location: Košice
Inception: 1723
Height: 14 m
Made from material: stone
GPS coordinates: 48.72280,21.25680
Latest update: March 14, 2025 15:31
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