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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.
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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. 
City tours, excursions and tickets in Utrecht and surroundings
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Map of all palaces
Public palaces near Utrecht
♥ Palace 'Kasteel Drakestein' , 12.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Palace 'Soestdijk Palace' , 15.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Palace 'Royal Palace of Amsterdam' , 36.2 km from the center. On the map
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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
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♥ Art museum 'Museum Catharijneconvent' Utrecht, 0.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Hofje van Mevrouw Van Aerden' Leerdam, 21.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Cobra Museum' Amstelveen, 30.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Hermitage Amsterdam' Amsterdam, 35.1 km from the center. On the map
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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
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♥ Basiliek van de H. Nicolaas, Ijsselstein, 36.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Kathedrale Basiliek van St. Jan de Evangelist, ’s-Hertogenbosch, 45.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Sint-Josephkerk, Haarlem, 45.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Grote of Sint-Bavokerk, Haarlem, 47.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Kathedrale Basiliek van Sint-Bavo, Haarlem, 47.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Kathedrale Kerk van de HH Laurentius en Elisabeth, Rotterdam, 49.9 km from the center. On the map
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Unique spots in Utrecht and near
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 Distance from Utrecht center - 34.6 km.
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 Distance from Utrecht center - 35.9 km.
Electric Ladyland Fluorescent Museum
From the series “15 Unofficial Man-Made Wonders of the World”
Check on the map: Distance from Utrecht center - 36.8 km.
In Amsterdam, travelers will have an opportunity to visit the surreal Electric Ladyland Museum, the world's only museum of the fluorescence, which strikes with colors and incredible exhibits. The founder of the museum is the unusual local resident Nick Padalino. He decided to name his museum after the last album of Jimi Hendrix. The museum is a wonderful gallery with a collection of rocks and minerals of the most incredible shapes and sizes. Artistic lighting makes forms really unusual. Thanks to light common gray stones are painted in a rainbow of colors. …
Read further Distance from Utrecht center - 36.8 km.
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Photogallery of cultural heritage of Utrecht
Landmarks of culture on Utrecht map: art-galleries, monuments, palaces, etc
Culture guide to Utrecht. Which fascinating sights to visit once you are in Utrecht: temples, churches, museums, theaters and castles. Recommendations (with addresses, phone numbers and links) on the places 'must visit' in Utrecht. Plan your own city excursion by using this page info!
