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Plague Column (Morový sloup / Holy Trinity Column)
Best time to visit
Early morning or late afternoon for soft light and fewer tourists; autumn weekdays offer cooler weather and clearer photos.
Budget tips
Outdoor viewing is free, no entry fee for the column itself. Save money by buying a combined ticket for nearby paid sites like St. Barbara's Cathedral and the Italian Court.
Recommended for
History buffs, Architecture admirers, Photography enthusiasts, Day trippers from Prague
Plan your visit
15-30 min
About
Fatti rapidi: Sunlight gilds the statues so they glow, turning the column into a vertical theater of saints, angels and dramatic gestures. Wry local stories point out the densely packed figures and hidden votive marks, reminders that the monument served as a public vow of survival as much as a plea for mercy.
Punti salienti: On quiet mornings the warm limestone glows honey-gold and the carved cherubs seem to shift expression as sunlight slides across tiny tool marks. A surprising local habit sees dozens of people tuck tiny folded notes into a crevice at the base every year, a practice that dates back generations and leaves occasional scraps of handwritten Czech peeking out between moss and dust.
Insider tips
- Wear sturdy shoes, the cobbled square can be uneven.
- Visit at sunrise for a near-empty square and strong side-lighting on the sculptures.
- Use a wide-angle lens or step back into the square to capture the full column with surrounding Baroque facades.
- Combine the stop with St. Barbara's Cathedral and the Italian Court for fuller historical context; skip long paid guided tours if short on time.
Clicca per prenotare un tour a piedi GRATUITO a Kutna Hora, Czechia
Il modo migliore per vivere una città con una guida locale.
Tip: We strongly recommend a free walking tour on your first day to get to know the city with a local guide. They usually cover all main attractions and you can ask for personal recommendations based on your interests for the next days. Book early as spaces fill up fast!
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