Malostranské náměstí to undergo radical transformation

A group of architects are working on the transformation of Malostranské náměstí, or Lesser Town Square, just off the Vltava River. The plans involve a more unified structure, fewer parking spaces and a fountain and sculpture as a centerpiece, the ctk news agency reports citing Prague deputy mayor Matěj Stropnický. Prague City Hall called an open competition for the transformation of the square at the end of last year under pressure from the public. Over 5,000 people signed a petition calling for action and complaining that Malostranské náměstí was fast turning into a huge parking lot.