Old secret Catholic church
Amsterdam 1012 GE
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Old secret Catholic church |
Oudezijds Voorburgwal 40 Amsterdam 1012 GE +31 20 624 6604 http://www.museumamstelkring.n... info@museumamstelkring.nl |
The Amstelkring Museum, "Our Lord in the Attic," is housed in a 17th-century canal house. On the lower floors there are authentic living rooms that date back to the 17th and 18th centuries. Upstairs there is a perfectly preserved Roman Catholic Attic Church, built in 1663. A maze of rooms, halls and staircases with lots of peepholes remind you of Holland's Golden Age. Following the Alteration in 1578 (when Amsterdam became Protestant), Catholics were not permitted to practice their religion in public. Instead, this took place in all sorts of rooms in houses, and later in fully furnished clandestine churches: the conventicles. These were privately owned, and designed not to be recognizable as churches from the outside. The entrance to Ons' Lieve Heer op Solder (Our Lord in the Attic) was in the alley rather than on the more conspicuous canal side. It served as a parish church until 1887. The building now houses a museum. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Unique Big City Silence |
Begijnhof 30 (chapel) Amsterdam 1012 WT +31 20 622 1918 http://www.begijnhofamsterdam.nl info@begijnhofamsterdam.nl |
The Beguinage lies hidden away from the noisy shopping street Kalverstraat, next to the History Museum. Most of the houses in the area were built in the 17th century; the oldest house in Amsterdam made of wood, dating from 1475, is also here. Wooden houses slowly disappeared because the city forbade their construction in order to prevent fire in the densely populated inner city. The courtyards were created by small religious communities in an attempt to retreat from the world and live their own isolated and devoted lives. The Begijnen - a Catholic order - was only tolerated after the Reformation in the 16th century. Only single women are allowed in the Begijnhof to lead the life of a nun. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A museum dedicated to the Bible |
Herengracht 368 Amsterdam 1016 +31 (0)20 624 2436 http://www.bijbelsmuseum.nl info@bijbelsmuseum.nl |
The Amsterdam Biblical Museum is situated in two buildings on a canal dating from 1662. Both houses were built by the Dutch architect Philips Vingboons for the Amsterdam merchant Jacob Cromhout. The museum was founded in 1851 by Leendert Schouten, who gave the public the opportunity to admire his collection, which still forms the heart of the museum. Naturally, the theme of the museum is The Book itself. Among the Bibles on display are the first printed Bible in the Netherlands and the 'Statenvertaling', which dates from 1637 (the first edition of the authorized Dutch translation). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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University chapel and museum |
Oudezijds Voorburgwal 231 Amsterdam 1012 EZ +31 (0)20 525 3339 http://www.uva.nl/huisvesting/... universiteitsmuseum@uva.nl |
The Agnietenkapel (the Chapel of Holy Agnes) is the only medieval chapel in good condition in Amsterdam. It was built in 1397 and rebuilt after a fire in 1470. From the foundation of the Athenaeum Illustre - precursor of the University of Amsterdam—by Vossius and Barlaeus in 1632 the Agnietenkapel was the centre of scientific activities. It is now the University's history museum. Portraits of scholars and other famous men are located in the oldest lecture hall in their original settings. The series of portraits was a gift from the local merchant collector Gerardus van Papenbroeck in 1743. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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In the middle of stylish Kalverstraat |
Kalverstraat 58 Amsterdam 1012 PG +31 (0)20 623 1889 http://www.amsterdamtourist.nl... |
De Papegaai (or Jozefkerk) is hidden away in the stylish Kalverstraat shopping street. The church was designed by architect G. Moele in 1848. The Papegaai (parrot) was a code name for the secret church located in the houses behind the Kalverstraat during the Reformation. The church has a complete neo-Gothic interior and style. The eponymous parrot is carved out of stone in the tiny neo-Gothic doorway on the Kalverstraat side. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Museum in the old synagogue |
Nieuwe Amstelstraat 1 Amsterdam 1011 PL +31 20 531 0310 (Information) http://www.jhm.nl info@jhm.nl |
Originally this was the Old Synagogue of the German Jews, for Jewish people who sought refuge in Amsterdam from the terrors of The Thirty Years War. Today, the synagogue houses the Jewish Historical Museum. A permanent exhibition illustrates the many aspects of Judaism in The Netherlands, both past and present. The central motif is the religion, culture and history of Jews in this country. Every year, the museum organises several temporary exhibitions on specific aspects of Jewish history and culture. Often the themes have an international tone, like the story of the Jews in Russia, Vienna and Brazil. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Neo-Gothic transeptal basilica |
Singel 448 Amsterdam 1017 AV +31 20 623 1923 http://www.krijtberg.nl pastorie@krijtberg.nl |
The name of this catholic church dedicated to St. Francis Xavier refers to one of the three houses bought by Jesuit Father Petrus Laurensz who turned them into a hidden church. In 1677 a real church was built, but the church as we know it in its present day form dates back to 1883 and was designed by Alfred Tepe. It is a tall three aisled neo-Gothic transeptal basilica which has undergone a number of important restoration works in the past 30 years. Work is still being carried out in order to preserve the building. Masses are held daily and on Sunday there is also Gregorian Mass. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Remarkable church on Waterlooplein |
Waterlooplein 205 Amsterdam 1011 PG +31 (0)20 622 1305 http://www.mozeshuis.nl/ mozeshuis@mozeshuis.nl |
Located on Waterloo square, opposite the town hall, is the Moses and Aäron church. Initially the property of a Jewish trader, the church was rebuilt between 1837-1841. In 1578 native tradesmen decided to form an alliance with the Prince of Orange, in his revolt against Spain's reign in Holland at that time. The reason for their decision was dissatisfaction with the Catholic rulers in town. They inadequately represented the city of Amsterdam economically and millitarily. This consequently meant the end of Catholic supremacy in Amsterdam. The Catholics had to give up many of their possessions and buildings. As a result conventicles (secret chapels of worship) were formed. They were able to practise their dissented religion here. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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On Prinsengracht |
Prinsengracht 756 Amsterdam 1017 LD +31 20 422 0380 http://www.xs4all.nl/~deduif/ deduif@xs4all.nl |
In 1798 the first Catholic church De Duif (The Dove) was built on the Prinsengracht. In 1856 the architect Theo Molkenboer designed a completely new building. This came into use as a pseudo-basilica cross church, built on the remains of the first Duif. Check the website for details on events Review © 2007, Wcities |
Build by Adriaan Dortsman |
Singel 411 Amsterdam 1012 +31 (0)20 642 2373 http://www.elgadam.nl/oudeluth... majbrouwer@planet.nl |
This round church, which has a dome and an ambulatory along half of its circumference, was burnt to the ground in 1822 in a fire caused by careless plumbers. It was rebuilt in 1823 by T.F. Suys and J. de Greef who gave it a coffered vault instead of the former smooth vault with ribs. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Once the world's largest synagogue |
Mr. Visserplein 3 Amsterdam 1011 RD +31 20 624 5351 http://www.esnoga.com/frinfo.html m.dori@esnoga.com |
The Portuguese-Israeli Synagogue was built in the period 1670-75 by Elias Bouman. The synagogue is located on the Mr. Visserplein, a busy roundabout between the Weesperstraat and the motorway leading to the IJ-tunnel. This area used to be the heart of the Jewish Quarter. The low buildings around the synagogue enclose a courtyard. The front elevation is subdivided by pilasters, the ones at the corners standing slightly away from the corner itself. The austere elevation formed by the corner bays, which recede a little, are closed by a cornice above which is a balustrade and an attic. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Designed by Cuypers |
Haarlemmerstraat 126 Amsterdam 1013 EX 020 520 0093 (Stadsherstel Amsterdam N.V.) http://www.stadsherstelamsterd... info@stadsherstel.nl |
Although this church is totally surrounded by houses and other buildings, it can be seen from far away, thanks to the high spires and red/yellow facades. Threatened with destruction in 1972, it was saved by the Posthoornkerk Foundation in 1987. Now the church forms the venue of many concerts, exhibitions and other events. The 19th century church was the successor of the hidden church by the same name which had been used for Catholic services in the 17th and 18th centuries. The church is built in neo-Gothic style and features beautiful Gothic windows. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Shaped like a Greek Cross |
Kleine Wittenburgerstraat 1 Amsterdam 1018 LS +31 (0)20 627 2280 http://www.oosterkerk-amsterda... beheer@oosterkerk-amsterdam.nl |
The church dates from 1665 and is believed to have been designed by Adriaan Dortsman, with the support of Daniel Stalpert. Its layout forms the shape of a Greek cross in which the space between the arms has been partially filled by lower volumes. On the canal side is the main entrance, the elevation of which is supported by a balustrade. The cornice of the lower volumes follows the relief of the walls, whereas the cornice of the Greek cross strictly conforms to the layout without acknowledging the indentations of the wall. Review © 2007, Wcities |
Church in the Begijnhof |
Begijnhof 48 Amsterdam 1012 WV +31 20 624 9665 http://www.ercadam.nl/ amsterdamchurch@chello.nl |
Amsterdam has many courtyards, but there is only one in the old city centre - the Begijnhof. This is not an ordinary courtyard, but more like a monastery. The Begijnhof was the only Catholic institution that still in existence after the Alteration in 1578. In 1607 the chapel had to be given to the English Presbyterians. From that moment on, the church on the Begijnhof has been called the English Reformed Church. During the city fires of 1421 and 1452 the church suffered severe damage. It developed from a one to two-aisled hall in 1650. The chapel was completely renovated in 1912 and 1967. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Famous for spectacular exhibitions |
Dam Square Amsterdam 1012 NL +31 (0)20 638 6909 http://www.nieuwekerk.nl mail@nieuwekerk.nl |
The Nieuwe Kerk is a 15th-century building, partly destroyed and rebuilt again after several fires. Vying for importance with the Town Hall & Royal Palace, the House of the Lord lost out in its rivalry with the Town Hall because it was denied a tower by the city's magistrate. Ceremonies for abdication and succession to the throne are held here. The queens of the Netherlands - Wilhelmina (1898), Juliana (1948) and Beatrix (1980), the present queen, have all been crowned in the here. Naval officer and conqueror of the Spanish Armada in the 17th century, Michiel de Ruyter, is buried here. It is used for exhibitions at present. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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In the Jordaan |
Noordermarkt 48 Amsterdam 1015 NA +31 20 626 6436 http://www.noorderkerk.org/ pjvisser@solcon.nl |
In 1620 the northern part of the Jordaan welcomed its own church, the Noorderkerk, built in 1620-1623, by Hendrick de Keyser and his son Pieter. During the Renaissance period the centrifugal geometrical concept of the church was the ideal construction. It symbolized humanistic principles, and the architecture matched the Protestant service, in which the pulpit fulfilled a central role. The location, however, is medieval, with houses surrounding it. The church is still in use as a Protestant church. In 1998 drastic renovations were completed. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Old Church |
Oudekerksplein 23 Amsterdam 1012 GX +31 (0)20 625 8284 http://www.oudekerk.nl info@oudekerk.nl |
Odd perhaps, but the Oude Kerk (Old Church) really is in the centre of the red-light district; all around the church, prostitutes appear in their windows. Surrounded by cobblestones on which you can slip and fall on a rainy day, the church has maintained its medieval appearance, despite being stripped of its decoration during the Reformation in the early decades of the 15th century. The story goes that in the mid-13th century a dying man regurgitated a host he had received at communion, which they then attempted to burn, but failed. The host was kept in another chapel, the chapel then burnt down but the host, once again, survived. Since then, pilgrimages have been organised to commemorate this miracle. The Stille Omgang is an annual event which still takes place today annually around March 15th. This nocturnal procession ends at the Oude Kerk. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Former monastery chapel |
Walenpleintje 159 Amsterdam 1012 JZ +31 20 623 2074 http://www.waalsekerk-amsterda... info@waalsekerk-amsterdam.nl |
The Waalse Kerk used to be the chapel of the monastery of the brothers of Paul, founded in 1409. The chapel was inaugurated in 1496. The Walloon Reformed community was permitted to organise French-speaking services in the chapel in 1586. From that moment on, the chapel was renamed Walenkerck, or Waalse Kerk (Walloon Church). Nowadays, the Waalse Kerk is a three-aisled church, covered with timber barrel vaults. The aisles are in a traditional neo-Gothic style. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Amsterdam's Most Famous Church |
Prinsengracht 281 Amsterdam 1016 GW +31 20 624 7766 http://www.westerkerk.nl info@westerkerk.nl |
The Netherlands's most renowned church has been the source of inspiration for many musicians. The famous tower was completed in 1638, its bells manufactured by the renowned François Hemony foundry in 1658. Though the Protestant community owned the church, the tower was the property of the local authorities and served as a lookout. This marks the site of Rembrandt's burial, as well as the marriage of Queen Beatrix and Prince Claus. For Anne Frank the ringing of the clock was a beacon of hope during WWII. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Modern 18th Century Church |
Vondelstraat 120 Amsterdam 1054 GS +31 (0)20 551 2512 (Tourist Information) |
This eighteenth century Catholic church takes its oval shape from the island like setting it lies on in the middle of the street. Originally built by P.J.H. Cuypers, its three towers and 360-degree visibility made it highly regarded. After deteriorating with time, it was sold for NLG 1 and now has a very modern presence with beautiful glass walls. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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