Back in its day, Bory Park used to be the largest park in the region and was used as a military training grounds area. Nevertheless, for the past 100 years its served locals as a pleasant background for walks and other free-time activities. Bory Park was recently reconstructed, with the central grass area having been redone, along with various paths and walkways.
Sports activities for everyone
You can find a number of children’s playgrounds here. You can even play minigolf or go in-line roller skating, go for a run or enjoy a picnic out on the grass. Everything from football to frisbee as well as the odd game of quidditch is played out on the open grassy area. If you feel inclined to join in on the action, don’t shy away from joining any of the people playing. In addition, there are several sports arenas in the area, including the very tennis courts which were used by the famous Pilsen-based tennis stars Bára Strýcová and Andrea Sestini Hlaváčková at the beginning of their careers. Also, be sure to check out all the welcoming restaurants and other businesses with various food choices on offer. Additionally, the park hosts several open-air events throughout the year. Simply put, Bory Park is the place where you can enjoy a pleasant afternoon with everything you could possibly need.
Hand monument
While out on a walk through the central grassy area, you’re sure to come across the Ruka (Hand) statue. The monument is dedicated to the Pilsen native Jiří Trnka as well as to all the other artists whose creations influenced the city. The creator of the sculpture is Josef Mištera, the Dean of Pilsen’s Ladislav Sutnar Faculty of Design and Art.
