Olomouc's Communist Clock
Astronomical clock in Olomouc, Czechia, featuring socialist realism figures instead of traditional religious or royal automata.

📜 Historic astronomical clock, redesigned in socialist realism style, located on the northern wall of the Olomouc Town Hall.
🔍 Features miniature proletarians, significant communist dates, and Haná folklore art from 1953-1955.

Why Go

🕰️ Witness unique communist-era artistry and admire socialist realism and Haná folklore art.
🔔 See the daily noon chimes by tiny blacksmiths.
📍 Easy to access on Olomouc's main square, near the Town Hall.

Why Avoid

💤 Less crowded than Prague's clock, might feel quiet.
🗣️ Debates about 'old' vs 'new' clock might be confusing.

Tips

🕒 Best to visit at 12 PM for the daily performance and more movement.
🚶 Easily accessible by tram 4 or 6.

Hours

🕒 Daily performance at 12 noon.

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