Ever stopped to wonder where the name Veleslavín comes from? This district of Prague has a story as rich as the coffee brewing in its local cafes. Let’s delve into the history of Veleslavín.
Veleslavín sits to the west of Prague. It is about 5 km from Ruzyně International Airport. Records suggest it may have been founded in the 10th or 11th century. The first recordings are from the nearby Břevnov Monastery. Veleslavín became part of Prague in 1922.
The Veleslavín chateau stands as a cultural monument. It is a single-floored baroque building. You can find it at Veleslavínská 1.
Did you know that part of Veleslavín belongs to the Petřiny housing estate? The other part of Petřiny is in Břevnov. Here, you’ll spot modernist buildings designed by Vlado Milunić.
Veleslavín is quite a lively place. As of 2021, about 6,614 people called it home. That is a density of 5,000 people per square kilometer.
Nádraží Veleslavín is also worth noting. It is a metro station on Line A. The station opened on April 6, 2015. It provides easy access to the city center and other areas. Initially, there were no escalators leading to the street. People going to or coming from the airport needed help. Escalators were added in 2017 at a cost of 33 million Czech crowns.
Initially, the planned name for the station was Veleslavín. Authorities later changed it to Nádraží Veleslavín. This was due to its proximity to the Praha-Veleslavín railway station. There are also nearby tram and bus stops with the same name.
The station is about 20 meters below ground. Hana Vermachová designed the station. You’ll find it next to the Praha-Veleslavín railway station. It also has a bus terminal. This terminal became the new end point for the 59 t-bus line from Václav Havel Airport. It also serves regional buses heading towards Kladno. Next time you pass through Veleslavín, remember its layered history. From its early monastery ties to its modern transport hub, it is a district constantly evolving.