Prince's Square

Prince's Square
The Val d'Osne Fountain in the central axis of the park
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TypePublic Park
LocationSouth-Central Business District of Launceston, Tasmania
Coordinates41°26′26″S 147°08′25″E / 41.4405°S 147.1404°E / -41.4405; 147.1404
Area1.25 hectares
Opened1858
Operated byCity of Launceston
StatusOpen
PathsSealed paths
Terrainvalley floor, former clay pit
Waterfountain
VegetationEuropean and exotic species
Connecting transportCar, Bus
FacilitiesToilets, 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.


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