Column of Pest
4.7

Historical Attractions

Column of Pest

vienna, Austria

The Column of Pest was erected in 1693, celebrating the end of the plague outbreak and commissioned by Emperor Leopold I. This Baroque masterpiece is adorned with cherubs and saintly figures spiraling upward.

Best time to visit

Early morning or late afternoon

Insider tip

The nearby café under the arcades offers a good view without the crowd....

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