Temples and cathedrals in Utrecht

Q: What architectural styles are represented in the historic buildings of Utrecht?

Romanesque style demonstrates the Church of St. Peter (1048), Gothic - Dome Cathedral (XIV century), Renaissance - De Haar Castle (1892, reconstructed by P. Kuipers). Unique examples of Dutch modernism are the Rietveld House (1924) and the university buildings of the De Style Group.

Q: Where to go in Utrecht with children: interesting places?

Railway Museum with existing models of trains and interactive exhibits in the building of the former station of the XIX century. Wilhelmina Park with a children's farm and an old mill in 1806. From Music Boxes to Street Organs museum displays mechanical musical instruments.

Q: Where in Utrecht to take beautiful photos?

The embankments of Audegracht with basement warehouses of the XVII century, turned into a cafe. Sunset views from the tower of the Dome Cathedral, where a carillon of 50 bells is installed. The Panderbürg courtyard is a hidden courtyard of the XV century with half-timbered houses and a medieval atmosphere.

Q: What little-known sights of Utrecht are worth seeing?

'Pissoir' - an underground medieval toilet of the XIII century on the square Nede. House "Oude Pot" (1697) with a facade in the form of a copper kettle. The Church of St. Willibrord is the only neo-Gothic basilica in the city with stained glass windows based on sketches by Jan Thorop.

Q: What famous people are associated with the sights of Utrecht?

Pope Adrian VI, the only Dutch pontiff, studied at the University of Utrecht (founded in 1636). Artist Dick Bruna created the famous “Miffy” in his studio on Agnetenstraat Street. The philosopher Erasmus of Rotterdam taught in the city Latin school of the XV century.

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