Ústa pravdy: The Mouth of Truth

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Discover Ústa pravdy, a monumental stone relief near Lipnice nad Sázavou, exploring themes of truth and silence in a stunning natural setting.

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Ústa pravdy

Ústa pravdy (The Mouth of Truth) is a massive stone relief in a flooded quarry near Lipnice nad Sázavou, Czech Republic. Part of the National Monument of Interception, it's a striking monument inspired by Rome's Bocca della Verità, inviting contemplation on truth and silence.

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Lipnice nad Sázavou 105, Lipnice nad Sázavou, Lipnice nad Sázavou, Lipnice nad Sázavou, 582 32, CZ

Monday 12 am-12 am
Tuesday 12 am-12 am
Wednesday 12 am-12 am
Thursday 12 am-12 am
Friday 12 am-12 am
Saturday 12 am-12 am
Sunday 12 am-12 am

Local tips

Wear comfortable shoes for the walk between the sculptures, as the terrain can be uneven.
Allow at least two hours to see all three sculptures of the National Monument of Interception.
Start your visit at the U České koruny inn, where the trail to the sculptures begins.
Bring a camera to capture the impressive scale and artistry of the stone reliefs.
Combine your visit with a tour of Lipnice Castle and the Jaroslav Hašek Memorial for a full day of exploration.

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Getting There

Walking

From the center of Lipnice nad Sázavou, begin at the U České koruny inn. Follow the marked trail (approximately 1 km) leading west towards the flooded quarries. The path will lead you to the National Monument of Interception. Ústa pravdy is located in the second quarry along the trail. The walk from the inn to Ústa pravdy takes approximately 20-30 minutes. There are no entrance fees to visit the monument.
Public Transport

From Havlíčkův Brod or Světlá nad Sázavou, take a local bus to Lipnice nad Sázavou. From the Lipnice nad Sázavou bus stop, walk towards the town square and the U České koruny inn. Follow the walking directions to reach Ústa pravdy. A single bus fare within the region typically costs 20-40 CZK.
Driving

From Havlíčkův Brod, follow route 150 towards Světlá nad Sázavou, then turn left at Okrouhlice towards Lipnice nad Sázavou. From Humpolec, drive towards Světlá nad Sázavou and turn right at Dolní Město towards Lipnice nad Sázavou. In Lipnice nad Sázavou, parking is available on the main square or at the amphitheater. A small parking area is closer to the Lipnice Castle. From the parking area, walk to the U České koruny inn and follow the walking directions to Ústa pravdy. Parking fees on the main square cost 100 CZK per day.

Discover more about Ústa pravdy

Ústa pravdy, or the Mouth of Truth, is a compelling and thought-provoking art installation located near Lipnice nad Sázavou in the Vysočina region of the Czech Republic. This impressive stone relief is part of the National Monument of Interception (Národní památník odposlechu), a collection of sculptures carved into the faces of flooded granite quarries. Created by sculptor Radomír Dvořák, Ústa pravdy was unveiled on September 7, 2006, as the second addition to the monument. The sculpture's name and theme are inspired by the famous Bocca della Verità (Mouth of Truth) in the Santa Maria in Cosmedin church in Rome. However, the Czech version carries its own unique significance. The monument invites visitors to reflect on themes of truth, silence, and the importance of speaking out, or remaining silent, in the face of oppression. Ústa pravdy is carved into the rock face of a flooded quarry, adding to the dramatic effect. The sheer scale of the relief, standing at nearly 3 meters tall, is awe-inspiring. The monument is a testament to the skill and artistry of Dvořák and the students of the Lipnice nad Sázavou Stone Sculpture Center who assisted in its creation. To fully experience the National Monument of Interception, visitors should also explore the other sculptures: Bretschneider's Ear (Bretschneiderovo ucho) and Golden Eyes (Zlaté oči). Each sculpture offers a unique perspective on the themes of surveillance and the importance of freedom of speech. The trail connecting the sculptures begins at the U České koruny inn, where writer Jaroslav Hašek penned his famous novel, *The Good Soldier Švejk*. Exploring the monument requires a walk of approximately 4 km and at least two hours.