If you have long explored all the most popular city tours and iconic sights in Brno, it's time to begin an independent acquaintance with the city. Some of its places tend to change radically from time to time. Thus, on an ordinary weekday, the old square of Zelné trh is nothing extraordinary. On a typical day, you can just walk in a quiet atmosphere, look at buildings surrounding the square and take some pictures. But try to visit this place on an early Saturday morning! You will be surprised at the abundance of shopping tents on the square where you can buy literally everything. Wonderful live flowers, fresh vegetables and fruits, fresh farm products and souvenirs can all be bought on the Saturday market, which is one of the oldest traditions and main secrets of the ancient square.
If your soul wants truly amazing discoveries, head to another city square - Namesti Svobody . Look for an unusual monument in the shape of a cartridge case - most tourists might find it completely unremarkable or even strange. This unusual sculpture is a clock, the opening of which took place in 2010. The clock is also an important historical monument, as it is erected in honor of General Torstenson famous for his military exploits. Coming closer to the unusual clock, on it smooth surface you can notice a few cuts through which the hand can pass freely. A glass ball appears in one of the slits every morning at 11:00, and any lucky person can pick it up as a souvenir. If you want to take such an unusual souvenir with you, do not be lazy to come to the clock in advance and get in line at one of the gapes.
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