Haarlem: Historical Place
Places and attractions in the Historical place category
Categories
- Museum
- Beguinage
- Historical place
- Church
- Architecture
- Specialty museum
- Art museum
- History museum
- Park
- Vernacular architecture
- Street
- Area
- Windmill
Great Church
Gothic-style edifice and Mozart's organ The Great Church, also known as St. Bavo's Church, is a towering landmark in the heart of Haarlem, Netherlands. This Gothic cathedral, with its impressive architecture, dates back to the 14th century and dominates the city's skyline with its soaring steeple reaching a...
Brederode Castle
Ruins of a 13th-century brick castle Nestled in the verdant countryside near Haarlem, Netherlands, the evocative ruins of Brederode Castle whisper tales of medieval grandeur and centuries of history. This striking structure, once a symbol of power and nobility, now stands as a poignant reminder of the...
De Adriaan
Nestled in the charming city of Haarlem, Netherlands, De Adriaan stands as an iconic windmill that has graced the skyline since its original construction in 1779. This traditional Dutch windmill, positioned on the banks of the Spaarne River, is not just a picturesque...
Ten Boom Museum
Nestled in the heart of the charming city of Haarlem, Netherlands, the Ten Boom Museum is a poignant testament to courage and faith in the face of adversity. This historic house museum takes visitors back to the era of World War II, when the Ten Boom family turned...
City Hall
Medieval city hall with an ornate facade Nestled in the heart of Haarlem, the City Hall stands as an emblem of the city's rich history and architectural heritage. This historic building, with its distinctive façade and elegant red brickwork, has been the center of civic administration for centuries...
Teylers Hofje
Nestled in the heart of Haarlem, Netherlands, Teylers Hofje stands as an enduring testament to the city's rich historical tapestry. This serene beguinage, a type of courtyard complex historically inhabited by Beguines—lay religious women who lived in community...
Villa Welgelegen
Villa Welgelegen in Haarlem, Netherlands, stands as a remarkable example of neoclassical architecture and Dutch cultural heritage. This historic mansion, now a museum, was constructed between 1785 and 1789 as the residence of the wealthy banker and Amsterdam city...
Proveniershuis
In the heart of Haarlem, Netherlands, lies a serene oasis of historic significance known as the Proveniershuis. This beguinage, a complex traditionally housing lay religious women known as Beguines, offers a glimpse into the tranquil lifestyle once led by its...
Hofje van Oorschot
Tucked away in the charming city of Haarlem, Netherlands, lies a hidden gem known as the Hofje van Oorschot. This beguinage, a quiet courtyard surrounded by historic almshouses, offers a serene escape from the bustling city streets.
Hofje van Staats
The Hofje van Staats is a hofje in Haarlem, Netherlands, on the Jansweg 39, close to the Haarlem railway station.
Hofje van Bakenes
The Hofje van Bakenes or Bakenesserkamer is a hofje in Haarlem, Netherlands, located between the Bakenessergracht and the Wijde Appelaarsteeg. In the Middle Ages "kamer" or "room" meant house. Usually the houses within a hofje consisted of just one room.
St. Elisabeth Gasthuis
The St. Elisabeth Gasthuis is a former hospital complex of buildings founded in 1581 in Haarlem on the Gasthuisvest. The last location of the hospital on the Boerhaavelaan retains its hospital function and is part of the Spaarne Gasthuis today, formerly known as Kennemer Gasthuis.
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