Prague Metronome
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The Prague Metronome (Template:Langx) is a Template:Convert functioning metronome in Letná Park, overlooking the Vltava River and the city center of Prague.[1] The kinetic sculpture was erected in 1991, on the plinth left vacant by the late-1962 demolition of an enormous monument to former Soviet leader Joseph Stalin. The silent red metronome was designed by international artist Vratislav Novák, and officially named "Time Machine".[2][3] It may be the largest metronome in the world, although Geneva (since 1972) and Gdańsk (since 2016) each have a larger pendulum clock.[4][5]
The Prague Metronome is functional, but it is not always in operation.[6] A plaque at the base reads "In time, all things pass..." The inverted pendulum of the motorized metronome has swung at 4 and at 6 beats per minute.[7][8]
The site offers a scenic view of the city and now is mostly used as a meeting place for skateboarders and others.[9]
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- Official website
- Orbitian Media – 360° Video – Prague Metronome in motion (drag the display or click the horizontal/vertical arrows to adjust the viewing direction)
- Article showing former Stalin monument
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