Famous Dancing House Photo Spot in Prague Is Set for a Major Makeover

Jiráskovo Square in Prague is set for a major redesign that will change one of the city’s best-known photo spots near the Dancing House. The project, estimated to cost around CZK 35 million, will replace part of the damaged lawn with paving, restore a historic fountain and move the monument to writer Alois Jirásek. The Prague 2 district plans to carry out the transformation over the next two years. The redesign is based on a 2022 study prepared by archiF studio. The square’s lawn has long been a problem. Its location directly opposite the Dancing House makes it a popular stopping point for tourists, many of whom step onto the grass to take photographs with the distinctive building in the background. One of the most common poses involves visitors appearing to support the Dancing House with their foot or kick it. The repeated foot traffic has left the grass heavily damaged, despite attempts to restore it. Under the new plans, part of the lawn will be replaced with a paved surface. This will create a more durable area for visitors to take photographs while reducing pressure on the remaining greenery. Historic fountain to return to operation The redesign will also... The post Famous Dancing House Photo Spot in Prague Is Set for a Major Makeover appeared first on Prague Morning .