PRAGUE (AP) — Prague's fabled astronomical clock is returning to the Czech capital's picturesque Old Town Square after a complex repair operation restored the medieval landmark to its former glory.

The iconic clock in Prague's Old Town Square was renovated in 2018. Four years later, a local preservation group noticed something off about the refurbishment.

The famous Orloj clock in Prague's Old Town Square was renovated in 2018. Four years later, a local preservation group noticed something off about the refurbishment.

In Prague's historic Old Town Square, you will find an intricate 600-year-old piece of machinery called the Orloj. The colorful medieval clock is one of the most famous sights in Prague, adorning ...

The clock last performed for visitors to the Czech capital on Monday at 9 a.m. Prague officials say the clock that was installed on the City Hall's tower in 1410 will be completely disassembled ...

A newly wed couple sits in a carriage in front of the astronomical clock in Prague, Czech Republic, Tuesday, April 11, 2017. Major repairs of Prague's Old City Hall have kicked off that will see a ...

The astronomical clock tower, known as the Orloj (pronounced Or’-loy) by the local Czechs, is comprised of three sections: windows for the 12 Apostles to behold the public, an astronomical dial ...

The clock, believed installed in the City Hall’s tower in 1410, is unique because it still has its original mechanism. A major addition came in the 18th century, when the apostles were introduced.

Prague officials say the clock that was installed on the City Hall’s tower in 1410 will be completely disassembled and its parts taken for restoration, the first complex fix since World War II.

The Clock Tower in Cedar Rapids' Czech Village was modeled after the Prague Orloj in the heart of Old Town Prague, Czech Republic, photographed by Gazette reporter Diana Nollen on June 15, 2016.