Prague Astronomical Clock

Prague Astronomical Clock is an astronomical clock or 24-hour analog dial.

Also recorded as Pražský orloj; Prague Orloj; Staroměstský orloj (Praha, Česko).

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Overview

Astronomical Clock in Prague, Czech Republic.

In detail

It is recorded as the work of Mikuláš of Kadaň and Jan Šindel.

It is associated with Czech Republic. The record gives 1410 as its date of establishment or first appearance. It forms part of Old Town Hall.

It is recorded in the collection of Old Town Square and Old Town Hall.

Sources

Each source is named with the standing the house places on it, so the evidence can be weighed rather than taken on trust.

  1. 1.

    “Prague astronomical clock”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  2. 2.

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q729370: Prague Astronomical Clock

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