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Culture of Utrecht. Places to visit - old town, temples, theaters, museums and palaces

In Utrecht there is the oldest religious building in the Netherlands; the first mention of the Cathedral (Domkerk) dates back to the 7th century. The ancient religious building was severely damaged by fire in the mid13th century; hundred years later it became the place to build a new cathedral, which is now called Domkerk. The Cathedral owns its name because of the unusual architectural form; it resembles a tall tower with a scenic facade. The cathedral is 112 meters height; everyone can climb to the special viewpoint and appreciate the panorama of the city.
Your active city break in Utrecht. Attractions, recreation and entertainment - best places to spend your day and night here
Travelers going to Utrecht in search of new experiences and exciting entertainment won’t be disappointed. The most amazing and unusual entertainment center of the city is a miniature … Open
The lovely cathedral is not the only unique attraction in Utrecht. In the immediate vicinity of the city there are most extensive fortifications of Holland, Kasteel de Haar. Surrounded by a deep moat, the castle has well preserved after a century. There are incredibly beautiful parks and gardens next to it. Vacationers could admire the interior of the castle and find out the amazing story of an ancient fortress during regular guided tours.
Sight of the later period is Rietveld Schroder House. The house named after architect was built in 1924; it is considered one of the most interesting landmarks of Utrecht. The excursion around house includes viewing informative film about the great architect; visitors can also appreciate the unusual interior of the building. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
Advices to travellers: what you should know while being in Utrecht
1.Most shops are open from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm; Sunday is a common day-off. Saturday and Monday are half-days, so the timetable of places of interest should be specified in advance. 2. Mains … Open
There are lots of interesting museums and cultural centers in Utrecht, a visit there will diversify the program of vacations. An interesting collection of exhibits is represented in the Museum Het Catharijneconvent dedicated to Christian culture. It is situated in the beautiful monastery of the 15th century. There are priceless articles of gold, silver statues of saints, paintings and manuscripts among its exhibits.
In the former Augustinian monastery the Centraal Museum is situated. Among its exhibits there are works of art and costumes, as well as other things that introduce the culture of local people. Families with children will be interested in visiting the House of Dick Bruna (Dick Bruna Huis); he was the famous Dutch artist and illustrator. In 1955, he painted Miffy rabbit; today, this fabulous character is familiar to children from different countries. The museum's exhibits list is very extensive and includes a rich collection of sketches, posters, books, covers decorated with works by the artist.
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Map of all palaces
Public palaces near Utrecht
♥   Palace 'Kasteel Drakestein' , 12.5 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Palace 'Soestdijk Palace' , 15.8 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Palace 'Royal Palace of Amsterdam' , 36.2 km from the center. On the map   Photo
Map of all art museums
Art galleries in Utrecht and around
♥   Art museum 'Centraal Museum' Utrecht, 0.5 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Art museum 'Museum Catharijneconvent' Utrecht, 0.8 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Art museum 'Hofje van Mevrouw Van Aerden' Leerdam, 21.7 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Art museum 'Cobra Museum' Amstelveen, 30.9 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Art museum 'Hermitage Amsterdam' Amsterdam, 35.1 km from the center. On the map   Photo
Map of all churches
Cathedrals and basilicas near Utrecht
♥   Basiliek van de H. Johannes de Doper, Laren, 20.3 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Basiliek van de H. Nicolaas, Ijsselstein, 36.2 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Kathedrale Basiliek van St. Jan de Evangelist, ’s-Hertogenbosch, 45.6 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Sint-Josephkerk, Haarlem, 45.9 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Grote of Sint-Bavokerk, Haarlem, 47.3 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Kathedrale Basiliek van Sint-Bavo, Haarlem, 47.7 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Kathedrale Kerk van de HH Laurentius en Elisabeth, Rotterdam, 49.9 km from the center. On the map   Photo

Unique spots in Utrecht and near

Hash Marihuana Hemp Museum

From the series “Strange, Weird and Unusual Museums Amusing its Visitors”
Check on the map:   Distance from Utrecht center - 35.9 km.
The hemp was used for cooking, from this grass the remedies were made of many diseases and even fabric and paper. The large collection of exhibits illustrates this remarkable fact: in the museum one can see the old medical books and recipes, the beautiful clothes and even the old Heupräparate. Part of the exposure is dedicated to 'the smoke side of the question'. Here is a rich collection of old pipes, shisha and other smoking accessories presented. … Read further

Pythonbrug

From the series “The Most Unusual and Strange Bridges on Earth”
Check on the map:   Distance from Utrecht center - 34.6 km.
The bridge connecting Borneo Island with the Sporenburg Peninsula was opened in 2001. The bridge is located in the center of Amsterdam, next to the striking historical monuments. The workers of the architectural office West 8 decided a few years ago to refresh the center of the city and built this strange high-tech bridge, which reminds of the huge winding python. … Read further

Lute Suites Hotel

From the series “Best industrial-style loft hotels”
Check on the map:   Distance from Utrecht center - 28.8 km.
Interesting design accessories were used in the design of the hotel. A collection of original upholstered furniture, as well as paintings and other works of art in the style of pop art, is collected in it. Even though the loft hotel in Amsterdam is relatively small, there are many additional services available to its guests. They can visit the national cuisine restaurant and bar. An unusual "training kitchen" is also available at the hotel. The chef of the restaurant conducts cooking classes for guests every day. They can learn how to cook popular national dishes during such masterclasses. … Read further
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Excursions over cultural sights of neighbours of Utrecht

Amersfoort
An important historic landmark is the Koppelpoort Towers and an ancient gate located next to them, which once served as an entrance to the city. Looking at part of the surviving city wall, you can see the ancient gates of Kamperbinnen and Monnickendam. The first was built in the middle of the 13th century, and the second - two centuries later. The best way to appreciate the ... Open »
Almere-Stad
Given the fact that the city was founded only recently, Almere has neither important historical sights nor other monuments of antiquity. The main feature of Almere is its beautiful modern buildings, which can rightfully be considered true examples of modern architecture. Many buildings are executed in a unique futuristic style, being distinguished by unusual architectural ... Open »
Amsterdam
Jewish Historical Museum (Joods Historisch Museu) is a noteworthy place among the cultural institutions of the city. The museum is located in an old synagogue. Its opening took place in 1987. Many artifacts have been lost during the war, but even this modern collection of artifacts looks very impressive. Pathé Tuschinski Theatre was opened in 1921. Today this theater is ... Open »
Haarlem
An important tourist attraction is theSt. Elisabeth Gasthuis. Today the hospital's building houses a historical museum. An interesting exhibition on the history of the Second World War is presented by the Anne Frank House. The Museum of Industrial Art acquaints visitors with the latest achievements of science. Connoisseurs of fine art will enjoy the Teylers Museum opened ... Open »
Rotterdam
Among the religious attractions of the city we should definitely mention the Grote of Sint Laurenskerk, near which is located the monument devoted to the famous Erasmus Roterodamus. The beautiful cathedral has miraculously survived during the years of World War II. Many historical places of interest can be found in the Delfshaven quarter. Tiny houses, beautiful squares and ... Open »
Delft
Don’t forget to visit Het Prinsenhof – this is the modern name of St. Agatha Monastery. The first monastery building was constructed yet in the 15th century. Pretty soon several auxiliary buildings appeared near it. Many interesting stories are connected with the monastery. After the restoration the monastery was turned into National Museum. Today visitors can see here ... Open »
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