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Czech Republic Žižkov Television Tower

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The Žižkov Television Tower (Czech: Žižkovský vysílač) is a unique transmitter tower built in Prague between 1985 and 1992. Designed by the architect Václav Aulický and the structural engineer Jiří Kozák,[1] it stands high above the city's traditional skyline from its position on top of a hill in the district of Žižkov, from which it takes its name. The tower is an example of high-tech architecture.

In 2000, sculptures by Czech artist David Černý of babies crawling up and down were temporarily attached to the tower's pillars. The sculptures were admired by many and were returned in 2001 as a permanent installation called Miminka.

Photography Tips

When shooting details like the Mimika babies, try to come on a cloudy or overcast day and overexpose. The dark babies stick out from the rest and the shots become very minimalist in black and white. Even works at 300mm.

Travel Information

There is a Metro station nearby

Spot Type Outdoor

Crowd Factor Just a few people

Best Timing Daytime

Sunrise & Sunset 07:57 - 16:06 | current local time: 02:02

Photo Themes Art Monument sculpture Tower tv

Locations Europe Prague Czechia praha

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