Wenceslas Square: Prague, Czech Republic

The Wenceslas Square in located in Prague, Czech Republic.  It is one of the two main squares in Prague.  Therefore, it is a popular place for visitors to stay.  It lies in the center of New Town.  Despite the assumption from the name, the area is historical and it was laid out by Charles IV in 1348.  The Square is actually a boulevard and measures 750m long and 60m wide and was originally laid out as the Prague horse marked around 650 years ago.

 There are many attractions including many hotels, apartments, restaurants, bars, clubs, and a large array of many local in international shops.  It is said to be the entertainment and nightlife center of Prague, and also its main shopping district.

There is a large amount of history in the Wenceslas Square for tourists and visitors as it is easily walkable being in the city center.  It has been a large parade ground for many types of political parties and organizations: from anti-communist uprisings to national sporting achievements to celebrations.  It is where Czech’s “come to let off steam”.  It can hold up to 400,000 people.

Attractions/Geography:

  - A statue of St. Wenceslas on his horse cuts a striking figure is located at the top of the Wenceslas Square

-          - Two plaques in memory of those killed during the communist era is located at the front of St. Wenceslas. 

-          - The monumental National Museum is located behind St. Wenceslas

-         -  Just off to the left of the monumental National Museum is the Prague State Opera

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