Nové Butovice

Emerging from the Prague Metro, picture yourself at Nové Butovice. It’s not just a station. It’s a portal to a fascinating story. Nové Butovice, a modern residential district in Prague 13, holds a unique tale. It’s the eastern part of Jihozápadní Město (Southwest City), a sprawling complex of panelák buildings. These concrete structures, erected mainly in the late 1980s and early 1990s, define the landscape of Nové Butovice. The name itself pays homage to the old village of Butovice, located just east of the district. Bucharova Street, a busy thoroughfare, now separates the modern district from its historical namesake. Nové Butovice boasts excellent transport links. Two metro stations, Hůrka and Nové Butovice, form the spine of the district. The Nové Butovice station also serves as a major bus terminal, connecting the area to the wider region. Major roads skirt Jihozápadní Město, ensuring accessibility for both buses and private cars. In the early 21st century, Nové Butovice underwent a significant transformation. The Galerie Butovice shopping center emerged near Prokopské údolí. New office buildings began to sprout on the district’s periphery. One striking change was the demolition of an unfinished multi-functional complex. This concrete skeleton, a relic from the panelák construction era, was replaced by the Metronom Business Center. Construction began on January 23, 2014, and concluded in April 2015. This modern office and administrative building now stands as a testament to Nové Butovice’s ongoing evolution.