About this experience
I invite you to the actual capital of the Netherlands, where monuments of antiquity harmoniously combine with skyscrapers. Palaces, castles, royal streets, and courtyards have been preserved here - settings against which many fascinating stories took place, and I will tell you about them.
In the 'heart' of The Hague - Binnenhof - is one of the oldest knight's castles in the kingdom. And right nearby is the modern De Resident district, where the buildings exceed 100 meters in height. Despite this, The Hague is an elegant city that has preserved the style of Louis XIV in the 21st century.
Program
You will learn:
- about the mysterious murder of the ruler of Holland's favorite and his terrible revenge;
- about the love for luxury of a Russian princess and the simple life of her Dutch husband;
- about the prisoners of the gloomy medieval prison and much more.
And how The Hague has changed over the centuries:
- about the natural pond that eventually took on a geometric shape;
- about the majestic hall for count's feasts that turned into a place for parliament meetings;
- about skyscrapers with funny nicknames.
I will tell you about what the king-architect built and what came out of it. And also, where you could find a suitable marriage candidate.
During the tour you will see:
- monuments to 'Father of the Fatherland' - William the Silent;
- famous squares;
- count's pond;
- the very first museum in the Netherlands;
- gloomy medieval prison;
- Palace Quarter;
- royal palaces;
- imposing churches of The Hague;
- ancient Town Hall and its successor - the New City Hall;
- Chinatown;
- modern skyscraper district.
Organizational Details
Transport expenses are paid independently. It is possible to reach The Hague from Amsterdam by train in 50 minutes (ticket costs 22 euros/person round trip). Or I can arrange a transfer by car: additional cost starting from 100 euros (depends on the number of passengers). Travel time - 45 minutes.
