Freedom Square in Brno

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The oldest and largest square in Brno, Liberty Square emerged at the intersection of three trade routes in the 13th century . The square became the center of the market and secular life of the city: every day fairs and sales were held there, and on all kinds of concerts and performances were arranged at the same time . At the same time, active construction began around the perimeter of the square . Naturally, only the wealthiest citizens could afford housing on it . However, the construction continued, the significance of the area only increased During the numerous reconstructions and adjustments introduced by time into the architecture of the city, the Liberty Square repeatedly changed its appearance: buildings were being demolished and built, their style changed (from Gothic, Baroque to Neo-Renaissance and Art Nouveau), only the boiling rhythm of life remained unchanged remained in this place until now .. Freedom Square in Brno

Almost every building on Freedom Square has a rich history and deserves special attention

One of the longest existing structures - Plague Column, mouth in the year 1679 . in memory of those who died during the plague that raged for 10 years . The marble column is surrounded by statues of saints, and the statue of the Virgin Mary crowned with a divine baby in her arms . Another ancient building, the gentlemen's house Lipa, built in the late 16th century, is considered one of the most beautiful houses of Brno, executed in the Renaissance style . The neighboring house, Klein's palace, was listed in the UNESCO Heritage List, and also belongs to the largest cultural monuments of the Czech Republic . Klein's Palace was the first building of the city, in the construction of which used exclusively at the time the materials - glass and iron . Another area attraction bright - house "At four boobs" . doodles represent a four statues that hold on their shoulders balustrade home .. This name the house was not accidental. According to the architect's idea, the statues were supposed to be powerful Atlanteans, but because of the ingenious expressions of the statue's faces people called the mountain-atlant "mamlasami", which means "dummy" in Russian.

Modern architecture is also represented on the square by interesting designs

One of them - an unusual clock ( "Brno Orloj") is pushed out of a glass shot every day at 11 o'clock . Pick up a souvenir trophy sleeve can be anyone, why around the clock formed a queue of tourists . Other scandalous zd of - the palace of "Omega", it has caused fierce criticism from residents, according to which the modern building of glass and concrete too distracting from the overall picture of the area . However controversy subsided with time, and "Omega" became part of the palace history Liberty Square . The most modern building in the area - a fountain, decorated with poems of the famous poet Jan Skácel, he appeared in the 2006 .. Freedom Square in Brno since its foundation to the present time remains a secular center of the city and consistently attracts curious tourists .

In addition to historical buildings, various shops, cafes and restaurants are open all year round in the Liberty Square all the year round, as are all kinds of exhibitions and festivals, you can often meet and listen to street musicians. On Freedom Square reigns festive atmosphere, immersion which ensures only positive emotions

Practical Information Address:.. The Czech Republic, 60200, Brno-Brno-stred, namesti Svobody

get to the square you can tram number 4, 8 and 9 stop Namesti Svobody.

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Omega Building, Freedom Square in Brno

Liberty Square in Brno

Freedom Square in Brno in the evening

Freedom Square in Brno