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Wenceslas Square in the heart of Prague is not only a bustling hub for fast food and shopping but also a significant historical site in the Czech lands, named after Saint Wenceslas, the patron saint of Bohemia, and overlooked by the majestic National Museum building.
May 2, 2022 · Travel guide to Wenceslas Square in Prague in 2024 - min attractions, hidden gems, museums, restaurants, night clubs, opening times and history.
- History and Facts. The Wenceslas Square was set up as part of the project of the New Town of Prague (“Nové město pražské”), decreed by the celebrated King of Bohemia and Holy Roman Emperor Charles IV himself in 1348.
- National Museum. The above mentioned main building of the National Museum, located at the top of Wenceslas Square, is probably the most important structure on Wenceslas Square.
- Shopping. Wenceslas Square is not only the home of Czech history and the cultural centre of Prague, but it is also one of the most popular shopping venues of the Czech Republic’s capital.
- Nightlife. After dark, Wenceslas Square turns into a nightlife centre. There are many clubs in the square or on the streets around it. Prague in general is, among other things, considered to be a “night-life metropolis” and many young tourists come to the Czech Republic’s capital to party.
Coordinates: 50.0797°N 14.4298°E. Not to be confused with Statue of Saint Wenceslas (Bendl) or Statue of Wenceslaus I, Charles Bridge. The statue of Saint Wenceslas ( Czech: Socha svatého Václava) in Prague, Czech Republic depicts Wenceslaus I, Duke of Bohemia. It is installed at Wenceslas Square. [1] Description [ edit]
Wenceslas Square (Václavské náměstí) This square is the commercial and administrative centre of the city as well as the site of important social and historical events. Here you'll find cinemas, theatres, banks, hotels, restaurants, dozens of small and large shops, and administrative centres.
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