Smetana Square in Ostrava

Smetana Square is the place where Ostrava's citizens and visitors go for culture.

Two important buildings stand here. The first is the neo-Baroque Antonín Dvořák Theatre, which is one of the most lavish venues in the city. The theatre was opened in 1907 and is still one of the most beautiful buildings today – its gable exudes luxury and splendour and literally welcomes people who come to the square from the city centre.

The other notable building on the square is Dům knihy, the bookstore building. The house by architect Karel Kotas was the first house in Ostrava to be built in the functionalist style, which is why it is also included in the list of immovable monuments of the Czech Republic. The interior is dominated by an open space illuminated by a giant skylight. Karel Kotas was involved in many buildings in Ostrava and also supervised the construction of the New Town Hall. Dům knihy (House of the Book) also houses a pleasant café with outdoor seating.

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