Prince's Square | |
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The Val d'Osne Fountain in the central axis of the park | |
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Type | Public Park |
Location | South-Central Business District of Launceston, Tasmania |
Coordinates | 41°26′26″S 147°08′25″E / 41.4405°S 147.1404°E |
Area | 1.25 hectares |
Opened | 1858 |
Operated by | City of Launceston |
Status | Open |
Paths | Sealed paths |
Terrain | valley floor, former clay pit |
Water | fountain |
Vegetation | European and exotic species |
Connecting transport | Car, Bus |
Facilities | Toilets, Picnic areas, drinking fountain |
Prince's Square is a park in Launceston, Tasmania, Australia. Established in 1858 from a disused brickfield it is now an important part of cultural life in Launceston and also a heritage park. The park is known for its symmetrical planning and the bronze gilded Val d'Osne Fountain. The park is bound on all four sides by Elizabeth Street, St John Street, Frederick Street and Charles Street.