Memorial to the Victims of Communism
Pomník obětem komunismu
Seven bronze figures on the steps at the foot of Petřín Hill, growing more fragmented the higher they climb, commemorating political victims from 1948 to 1989.
The memorial was unveiled in 2002. It was designed by sculptor Olbram Zoubek with architects and stands on the steps at the foot of Petřín Hill on Újezd Street in the Lesser Town. Seven bronze male figures line the steps, and their bodies become increasingly broken toward the top, symbolising the destruction that political persecution inflicts on people. A bronze strip at the centre of the steps is inscribed with statistics on those sentenced, executed, killed while trying to cross the border and driven into exile during the communist era. It is open all day and free; allow 10–15 minutes. Get off at Újezd tram stop, right beside the lower station of the Petřín funicular, so it pairs well with Petřín Hill and Kampa Island.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Lennon Wall
- Malá Strana & Kampa Island
- Wallenstein Palace and Garden
- Charles Bridge
- National Theatre
- Petřín Hill
- Dancing House
- Prague Castle