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Václavské náměstí/ Wenceslas Square

Wenceslas Square in Prague New Town, is a centre of Prague citizens. It is a place, where many historical events, especially in the 20 th century, took place. People gather at the square in dramatic times. There is the National Museum, situated at the top of the Wenceslas Square. The Monument of St. Wenceslas in the upper part is a natural meeting place of Prague citizens.

Wenceslas Square (Václavské náměstí) is one of the two main squares in Prague, so is a popular place for visitors to stay (the Old Town Square is the other square, just 5 minutes walk away).
Wenceslas Square lies at the heart of the New Town (Nové Město) - the word new is misleading though, as the area was actually laid out in 1348 by Charles IV.
While there is plenty of history in this part of town for the visitor to immerse themselves in, it is also easy from here to walk anywhere in the city centre, to visit all of the Prague sights and attractions.
Wenceslas Square is really a boulevard, measuring 750m long by 60m wide. It was originally laid out as the Prague horse market 650 years ago.
Ever since is has been a parade ground for all kinds of organisations and political parties. From anti-communist uprisings to celebrations of national sporting achievements, Wenceslas Square is where the Czech's come to let off steam. It can hold up to 400,000 people!
At the top of Wenceslas Square a statue of St. Wenceslas on his horse cuts a striking figure. This is good King Wenceslas (Svatý Václav) himself, murdered a thousand years ago by his brother, and a Czech national hero.
In front of St. Wenceslas are two plaques in memory of those killed during the communist era. One is dedicated to Jan Palach, who set himself on fire in protest at the Soviet invasion.
Behind St. Wenceslas is the monumental National Museum, and just off to the left is the Prague State Opera.
Overall, Wenceslas Square makes an ideal base for visitors to Prague. It has history and culture, and more amenities than anywhere else in the city. All three metro lines intersect at Wenceslas Square, and trams run through its centre.

Address:
Wenceslas Square
New Town, Prague 1
Czech Republic

Public transport to get to Wenceslas Square
Metro: Muzeum (lines A & C), Mustek (lines A & B)
Tram stop: Vaclavske Namesti (trams 3, 9, 14, 24, 51, 52, 54, 55, 56, 58)

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