Žižkovský vysílač (monument)
This striking structure is the Žižkovský vysílač, Prague’s iconic television and radio transmitter tower. Constructed over seven years, from 1985 to 1992, it stands as an emblem of modern engineering during a transformative era in the city’s history. Unlike traditional monuments, this tower isn’t about commemorating a person or event but celebrates technological progress and broadcasting innovation. Its design is distinctive: a towering concrete pillar with three supporting legs, making it one of the tallest structures in Prague. What gives it a playful twist are the sculptures of crawling babies created by the Czech artist David Černý, which were added years after the tower’s completion. These surreal figures climb the tower’s sides as if exploring the modern city, adding an unexpected artistic layer to the functional structure. …
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