Neptunova kašna (Liberec) Fountain

The Neptune fountain, located on the north side of the square of Dr. E. Beneš in Liberec, is an urban monument to historism with the sandstone statue of the Greek god Poseidon (Neptune). This fountain is characterized by architectural design and rich history dating back to the 19th century.

It was originally located in Liberec Square in 1826, where it replaced the older wooden version. This original object meant the beginning of a long history associated with the city of Liberec and its centre. During the period of history when the fountain was built, architectural works referring to the past appeared in the Czech Republic, which is also evident in Neptune's fountain. The style of this time often included elements of the Renaissance and Baroque.

The fountain boasts a sandstone statue of Neptune with a trident and a dolphin as a gargoyle, built on a large stone plinth on a prism pedestal. The fountain bath has the shape of an irregular octagonal of sandstone, whose circumference is decorated with iron railing and vegetative motifs. Two walls have German inscriptions, reflecting the region's historical multiculturalism.

During its existence, the fountain has undergone some significant changes. In 1896 it was moved closer to the centre of the square and gained metal railing during reconstruction after demolition of the old town hall. In 1925 the original fountain was replaced by a new one according to the design of Franz Metzner, but the statue of Neptune with a plinth was preserved and moved to Nerud Square. In 1964 the fountain was declared a cultural monument.

Several restoration works took place between 1994 and 2009. The Statue of Neptune was taken from Nerud Square, the work on the plinth and railing was carried out. In 2004, the damaged tub was removed, but a copy of the Neptune sculpture was made. Thanks to the support of the Ministry of Culture of the Czech Republic and the permission to return the fountain to Dr. E. Beneš Square, the restaurant was completed in 2010 when the fountain was deposed.

Today Neptune's fountain stands as a testament to the rich history of Liberec and the architectural art of the period of history. Her restaurants and return to the original place stress the importance of preserving cultural monuments for future generations. For tourists and locals, the fountain is not only a beautiful visual point, but also a reminder of the historical events that shaped today's Liberec.

So Neptune's fountain is more than just an urban water tank; It is a monument with rich history and architectural significance, worth visiting. Its presence in the square of Dr. E. Beneš still enriches the cultural landscape of Liberec and attracts the attention of both local and distant passengers.