Velvet Revolution Monument
Nine bronze hands protruding from a wall honor the student uprising that led to the fall of Czechoslovakia's Communist government.

📜 Memorial to the non-violent student uprising of 1989 that led to the downfall of Communism.
🔍 Located on Národní street, on the exterior of the Czech Bar Association building in Prague.

Why Go

✊ Honors students who sparked protests against the Communist government.
🕯️ People leave candles, wreaths, and ribbons at the memorial.
🗓️ Visit around November 17 to see the hands holding lit candles, marking the uprising anniversary.

Tips

💡 The plaque was relocated to allow larger crowds to gather and pay respects.

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