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One good gate deserves another, depicted here is the Buitenhof gate (any other name for it I could not find) leading into the inner courtyard most likely the gate you will catch the Prime Minister cycling in to begin his work day and also a side entrance to the Ridderzaal or Hall of Knights.
Officially known as ’s-Gravenhage (the Count's Hedge) regal Den Haag is the Netherlands third largest city and probably its most formal but it still has a cozy feel despite its size, conversely it is also home to the “Coney Island of the Dutch with its seaside suburb of Scheveningen, boisterous, full of life with miles of kitsch covered well used beach.
I love the people of this place they do not take themselves so serious even though this is the city with a lot of serious of responsibilities with the world court and governing of a country it is also a cultural capital filled with artistic pursuits , regal history and fine dining.
I took this on Sept 16th, 2017 with my D750 and Nikon 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6 Lens at 55mm 1/8 sec f/9 ISO100 processed in LR, PS +Lumenzia, Topaz , Luminar and DXO
Disclaimer: My style is a study of romantic realism as well as a work in progress
Hoedjesdag in Den Haag.
Sinds 1814 kent Nederland een bijzondere ceremonie rond de opening van het parlementair jaar: Prinsjesdag.
Deze dag is opgebouwd uit verschillende bijzondere rituelen. Zo is het ritje met de Gouden Koets een vast onderdeel van de ceremonie, evenals de balkonscène.
Een vrij recente traditie is het dragen van een (opvallende) hoed door de vrouwelijke aanwezigen bij de Troonrede in de Ridderzaal.
Erica Terpstra speelde een grote rol bij het ontstaan van deze opmerkelijke traditie.
Hats on Prinsjesdag Since 1814, the Netherlands has a special ceremony around the opening of the parliamentary year: Prinsjesdag.
A fairly recent tradition is wearing a (striking) hat by the female attendees at the throne speech in the Knight's Hall.
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evening descends on the dutch parliament buildings downtown the hague. den haag, zuid holland, netherlands
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Lichtshow over Haagse Zaken, geprojecteerd door Mr. Beam op de Ridderzaal op het Binnenhof.
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Den Haag, Binnenhof (NL) 28-01-2017
Ridderzaal
Government buildings: Ridderzaal (Hall of the knights)
Regierungsviertel: Ridderzaal (Rittersaal)
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La Binnenhof abrite notamment les deux chambres du Parlement, les bureaux du Premier ministre (la Torentje, ainsi que le ministère des Affaires générales, son administration), la bibliothèque parlementaire, tout comme la Ridderzaal, en son centre, où le monarque prononce son discours du Trône annuel lors du Prinsjesdag, en septembre. Le conseil des ministres se réunit hebdomadairement dans la salle des Trêves ou Trêveszaal, où est négociée la trêve de Douze Ans en 1608.
The Binnenhof houses in particular the two chambers of Parliament, the offices of the Prime Minister (the Torentje, as well as the Ministry of General Affairs, its administration), the parliamentary library, as well as the Ridderzaal, in its center, where the monarch gives his speech of the annual Throne at the Prinsjesdag in September. The council of ministers meets weekly in the Hall of Truces or Trêveszaal, where the Twelve Years' Truce was negotiated in 1608.
The 13th century Floris IV, Count of Holland bought a piece of land next to a small lake to build a house on. The Ridderzaal, the manorial hall of Floris V, grandson of Floris IV, was built on this estate in the 13th century. Over the centuries, the government buildings developed around this lake and incorporated the Ridderzaal. From the early 17th century, the Ridderzaal became an important trading place for booksellers, as Westminster Hall was in London. In later centuries it served a variety of purposes - as a market hall, a promenade, a drill hall, a public record office, a hospital ward, even the offices of the state lottery. It was restored between 1898 and 1904 to serve its present purposes.
This series of photo's shows the historical buildings of the Dutch parliament that are still in use. They are located in The Hague. The history of these building date back to as fas as 1230
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Het historisch hart van Den Haag met de Ridderzaal (hier niet op de foto) van oudsher het bestuurlijk centrum van Nederland.
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Situé au cœur de La Haye, le Binnenhof est l’un des sites historiques les plus importants des Pays-Bas. Ce complexe grandiose a été un centre politique pendant des siècles, abritant les deux chambres du parlement ainsi que d’autres bureaux gouvernementaux. Ce n’est pas seulement son importance politique qui en fait un lieu emblématique à visiter ; sa riche histoire, son architecture étonnante et son environnement pittoresque en font une attraction incontournable lors d’une visite à La Haye.
Les origines du Binnenhof remontent au XIIIe siècle, lorsque le comte Floris IV acheta un terrain au bord d’un étang – aujourd’hui connu sous le nom de Hofvijver – pour y construire sa résidence. Au fil du temps, cette structure s’est agrandie pour devenir ce que nous connaissons aujourd’hui sous le nom de Binnenhof. En fait, la Ridderzaal ou « salle des chevaliers », qui est la pièce maîtresse de ce complexe, a été initialement construite dans le cadre du plan d’expansion de Floris V en 1280.
Le Binnenhof a eu plusieurs fonctions au cours de l’histoire des Pays-Bas. D’abord utilisé par les comtes et les ducs à des fins administratives et pour les réunions de la cour, il est ensuite devenu la résidence des États généraux de Hollande à partir du milieu du XVIe siècle. Après la dissolution de cette assemblée par Napoléon Bonaparte au début du XIXe siècle, ce dernier a établi le « Het Departement van de Zuiderzee » au Binnenhof.
L’ère post-napoléonienne a vu la restauration des États généraux qui ont continué à utiliser ces locaux jusqu’à aujourd’hui, ce qui en fait la plus ancienne Chambre du Parlement au monde encore en activité.
Le style architectural de Binnenhof reflète différentes périodes, allant du gothique à la Renaissance, en raison des nombreuses rénovations effectuées au cours des siècles. La salle des chevaliers, conçue à l’origine avec des éléments gothiques comprenant de lourds piliers de pierre et de grandes fenêtres cintrées, a été transformée sous le roi Guillaume II qui y a ajouté des détails néo-gothiques, notamment des plafonds en boiseries complexes représentant des scènes historiques.
Le complexe comprend également d’autres bâtiments tels que le Mauritshuis, un musée d’art qui abrite des œuvres de célèbres maîtres néerlandais comme Vermeer et Rembrandt, et la Torentje (petite tour) qui est utilisée par le Premier ministre.
Located in the heart of The Hague, the Binnenhof is one of the most important historical sites in the Netherlands. This grandiose complex was a political center for centuries, housing both houses of parliament and other government offices. It's not just its political importance that makes it an iconic place to visit; its rich history, stunning architecture, and picturesque setting make it a must-see attraction during a visit to The Hague.
The origins of the Binnenhof date back to the 13th century, when Count Floris IV purchased a plot of land by a pond—now known as the Hofvijver—to build his residence. Over time, this structure expanded to become what we know today as the Binnenhof. In fact, the Ridderzaal, or Knights' Hall, which is the centerpiece of this complex, was originally built as part of Floris V's expansion plan in 1280.
The Binnenhof has served several functions throughout the history of the Netherlands. Initially used by counts and dukes for administrative purposes and court meetings, it later became the residence of the States-General of Holland from the mid-16th century. After Napoleon Bonaparte dissolved this assembly in the early 19th century, he established the "Department of the South Seas" in the Binnenhof.
The post-Napoleonic era saw the restoration of the States-General, which has continued to use these premises to this day, making it the oldest still-functioning House of Parliament in the world.
The Binnenhof's architectural style reflects different periods, ranging from Gothic to Renaissance, due to the numerous renovations carried out over the centuries. The Knights' Hall, originally designed with Gothic elements including heavy stone pillars and large arched windows, was transformed under King William II, who added neo-Gothic details, including intricate wood-paneled ceilings depicting historical scenes.
The complex also includes other buildings such as the Mauritshuis, an art museum housing works by famous Dutch masters such as Vermeer and Rembrandt, and the Torentje (Little Tower), which is used by the Prime Minister.
Excerpt from en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ridderzaal:
The Ridderzaal (Hall of Knights) is the main building of the 13th-century inner square of the former castle of the counts of Holland called Binnenhof (English: Inner Court) at the address Binnenhof 11 in The Hague, Netherlands. It is used for the annual state opening of Parliament on Prinsjesdag, when the Dutch monarch drives to Parliament in the Golden Coach and delivers the speech from the throne. It is also used for official royal receptions, and inter-parliamentary conferences.
On monday Nov. 2 I had a unique opportunity to make photos in the Ridderzaal of The Hague. I sweet talked my way in there to make a shot of a beautiful stained glass stork.
A unique addition to my collection. I'm very pleased with this one.
Le palais de Noordeinde a servi de résidence royale de 1817 à 1940. Le roi Guillaume Ier l'utilisait comme palais d'hiver, et d'importantes rénovations ont été effectuées entre 1814 et 1817 sous la direction des architectes Adriaan Noordendorp, Zeger Reyers, Bartholomeus Ziesenis et Jan de Greef. Ces rénovations comprenaient l'ajout d'éléments gothiques, qui ont été retirés en 1961.
Durant le règne du roi Guillaume II, le palais abritait sa cour, tandis qu'il résidait au palais voisin de Kneuterdijk. Son fils, le roi Guillaume III, utilisait Noordeinde comme palais d'hiver et a apporté des modifications importantes à son intérieur. Le palais a également été témoin de la naissance de la reine Wilhelmina en 1880 et de sa fille, la princesse Juliana, en 1909.
Après la Seconde Guerre mondiale, la reine Wilhelmina a choisi de ne pas retourner au palais de Noordeinde, préférant résider dans son palais d'été, Het Loo, à Apeldoorn. Le palais a ensuite subi une restauration significative pour servir de palais de travail à sa successeur, la reine Beatrix, qui a officiellement commencé à l'utiliser en 1984.
Aujourd'hui, le palais de Noordeinde est principalement utilisé comme palais de travail du roi Willem-Alexander. Chaque année, lors du Prinsjesdag, le troisième mardi de septembre, le cortège royal part du palais de Noordeinde pour se rendre au Ridderzaal (Salle des Chevaliers) pour l'ouverture officielle du Parlement. La famille royale fait une brève apparition sur le balcon du palais pour saluer le public après le cortège.
Noordeinde Palace served as a royal residence from 1817 to 1940. King William I used it as his winter palace, and extensive renovations were carried out between 1814 and 1817 under the direction of architects Adriaan Noordendorp, Zeger Reyers, Bartholomeus Ziesenis, and Jan de Greef. These renovations included the addition of Gothic elements, which were removed in 1961.
During the reign of King William II, the palace housed his court, while he resided at the neighboring Kneuterdijk Palace. His son, King William III, used Noordeinde as his winter palace and made significant changes to its interior. The palace also witnessed the birth of Queen Wilhelmina in 1880 and her daughter, Princess Juliana, in 1909.
After World War II, Queen Wilhelmina chose not to return to Noordeinde Palace, preferring to reside at her summer palace, Het Loo, in Apeldoorn. The palace subsequently underwent extensive restoration to serve as a working palace for her successor, Queen Beatrix, who officially began using it in 1984.
Today, Noordeinde Palace is primarily used as the working palace of King Willem-Alexander. Every year on Prinsjesdag, the third Tuesday in September, the royal procession departs from Noordeinde Palace for the Ridderzaal (Knights' Hall) for the official opening of Parliament. The royal family makes a brief appearance on the palace balcony to greet the public after the procession.
On the bank of the Hofvijver lake in the foreground, the Hague's Binnenhof complex is considered to be one of the oldest government buildings still in use today.
Little is known about the origin of the Binnenhof. Presumably, the grounds next to the Hofvijver lake, and the small homestead on it, were purchased by Count Floris IV of Holland from Meiland van Wassenaar in November 1229. Between 1230 and 1234 he had the homestead expanded to a small keep. After Floris' son and successor William II was crowned King of the Romans in 1248, this construction continued. Between 1248 and 1280, William had the Ridderzaal built. To its left and right, walls were built, which divided the area in front of the building from that behind it. Both walls had a gate. At the end of the wall on the left, near the Hofvijver, the court chapel was built, and near that the Ridderhuis (literally Knights' House) where visiting knights were sheltered. William died in battle in 1256, before the construction of the Ridderzaal had finished, and the castle was completed during the reign of his son, Floris V.
The Binnenhof was the residence of the counts of Holland for a short period. After the house of Holland died out in 1299, the county fell in the hands of the counts of Hainaut. The counts of Hainaut barely resided in the Binnenhof in the early 14th century. Duke Albert I of Bavaria and his successor William II lived in the Binnenhof virtually permanently. Under their reign, the castle saw a sizeable expansion, and gradually became enclosed by buildings.
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Willem II van Holland* (1227 - 1256) statue on the Binnenhoffontein with the left tower of the Ridderzaal in the background.
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Situé au cœur de La Haye, le Binnenhof est l’un des sites historiques les plus importants des Pays-Bas. Ce complexe grandiose a été un centre politique pendant des siècles, abritant les deux chambres du parlement ainsi que d’autres bureaux gouvernementaux. Ce n’est pas seulement son importance politique qui en fait un lieu emblématique à visiter ; sa riche histoire, son architecture étonnante et son environnement pittoresque en font une attraction incontournable lors d’une visite à La Haye.
Les origines du Binnenhof remontent au XIIIe siècle, lorsque le comte Floris IV acheta un terrain au bord d’un étang – aujourd’hui connu sous le nom de Hofvijver – pour y construire sa résidence. Au fil du temps, cette structure s’est agrandie pour devenir ce que nous connaissons aujourd’hui sous le nom de Binnenhof. En fait, la Ridderzaal ou « salle des chevaliers », qui est la pièce maîtresse de ce complexe, a été initialement construite dans le cadre du plan d’expansion de Floris V en 1280.
Le Binnenhof a eu plusieurs fonctions au cours de l’histoire des Pays-Bas. D’abord utilisé par les comtes et les ducs à des fins administratives et pour les réunions de la cour, il est ensuite devenu la résidence des États généraux de Hollande à partir du milieu du XVIe siècle. Après la dissolution de cette assemblée par Napoléon Bonaparte au début du XIXe siècle, ce dernier a établi le « Het Departement van de Zuiderzee » au Binnenhof.
L’ère post-napoléonienne a vu la restauration des États généraux qui ont continué à utiliser ces locaux jusqu’à aujourd’hui, ce qui en fait la plus ancienne Chambre du Parlement au monde encore en activité.
Le style architectural de Binnenhof reflète différentes périodes, allant du gothique à la Renaissance, en raison des nombreuses rénovations effectuées au cours des siècles. La salle des chevaliers, conçue à l’origine avec des éléments gothiques comprenant de lourds piliers de pierre et de grandes fenêtres cintrées, a été transformée sous le roi Guillaume II qui y a ajouté des détails néo-gothiques, notamment des plafonds en boiseries complexes représentant des scènes historiques.
Le complexe comprend également d’autres bâtiments tels que le Mauritshuis, un musée d’art qui abrite des œuvres de célèbres maîtres néerlandais comme Vermeer et Rembrandt, et la Torentje (petite tour) qui est utilisée par le Premier ministre.
Located in the heart of The Hague, the Binnenhof is one of the most important historical sites in the Netherlands. This grandiose complex was a political center for centuries, housing both houses of parliament and other government offices. It's not just its political importance that makes it an iconic place to visit; its rich history, stunning architecture, and picturesque setting make it a must-see attraction during a visit to The Hague.
The origins of the Binnenhof date back to the 13th century, when Count Floris IV purchased a plot of land by a pond—now known as the Hofvijver—to build his residence. Over time, this structure expanded to become what we know today as the Binnenhof. In fact, the Ridderzaal, or Knights' Hall, which is the centerpiece of this complex, was originally built as part of Floris V's expansion plan in 1280.
The Binnenhof has served several functions throughout the history of the Netherlands. Initially used by counts and dukes for administrative purposes and court meetings, it later became the residence of the States-General of Holland from the mid-16th century. After Napoleon Bonaparte dissolved this assembly in the early 19th century, he established the "Department of the South Seas" in the Binnenhof.
The post-Napoleonic era saw the restoration of the States-General, which has continued to use these premises to this day, making it the oldest still-functioning House of Parliament in the world.
The Binnenhof's architectural style reflects different periods, ranging from Gothic to Renaissance, due to the numerous renovations carried out over the centuries. The Knights' Hall, originally designed with Gothic elements including heavy stone pillars and large arched windows, was transformed under King William II, who added neo-Gothic details, including intricate wood-paneled ceilings depicting historical scenes.
The complex also includes other buildings such as the Mauritshuis, an art museum housing works by famous Dutch masters such as Vermeer and Rembrandt, and the Torentje (Little Tower), which is used by the Prime Minister.
The Ridderzaal (English: Hall of Knights) is the main building of the 13th century Binnenhof in Den Haag (English: The Hague), Netherlands. It is used for the state opening of Parliament on Prinsjesdag, when the Dutch monarch drives to Parliament in the Golden Coach and delivers the speech from the throne. It is also used for official royal receptions, and interparliamentary conferences.
The Binnenhof (English: Inner Court) is a complex of buildings in the city centre of The Hague, Netherlands, next to the Hofvijver.
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Excerpt from Wikipedia: it is the main building of the 13th century Binnenhof in The Hague. It is used for the state opening of Parliament on Prinsjesdag, when the Dutch monarch drives to Parliament in the Golden Coach and delivers the speech from the throne. It is also used for official royal receptions, and inter-parliamentary conferences.
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Mooi beveiligd venster van de Ridderzaal.
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The outside of the Binnenhof with a view of the Ministry of General Affairs, the Tréveszaal, the tower of the Prime Minister and the Mauritshouse.
Kasteel Buitenplaats
Binnenhof 1 A - 2513 AA 's Gravenhage - Zuid-Holland
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Voormalig paleis van Prins Willem V, thans in gebruik bij de Tweede Kamer der Staten-Generaal, in de jaren 1777-1793 gebouwd door P.L. Gunckel; strakke natuurstenen gevel in sobere Lodewijk XVI vormen; inwendig zijn de balzaal Willem V (thans vergaderzaal) en de rijke en kleurige Lodewijk XVI versiering aan de zgn. Ministeriekamer nog in stand gebleven. (bron: Rijksdienst voor het Cultureel Erfgoed)
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De Ridderzaal is een zaal die onderdeel uitmaakt van de Grafelijke Zalen op het Binnenhof te s-Gravenhage.
Het oorspronkelijke gebouw dateert uit de dertiende eeuw.
The Ridderzaal (English: Hall of Knights) is the main building of the 13th century Binnenhof in The Hague, Netherlands. It is used for the state opening of Parliament on Prinsjesdag, when the Dutch monarch drives to Parliament in the Golden Coach and delivers the speech from the throne. It is also used for official royal receptions, and interparliamentary conferences.
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Door deze twee poorten moet de (gouden) koets manoeuvreren om bij de Ridderzaal te komen op Prinsjesdag.
De voorste poort heet de Middenpoort, de achterste poort heet de Mauritspoort (ingang bij het Mauritshuis)
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Excerpt from en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ridderzaal:
The Ridderzaal (Hall of Knights) is the main building of the 13th-century inner square of the former castle of the counts of Holland called Binnenhof (English: Inner Court) at the address Binnenhof 11 in The Hague, Netherlands. It is used for the annual state opening of Parliament on Prinsjesdag, when the Dutch monarch drives to Parliament in the Golden Coach and delivers the speech from the throne. It is also used for official royal receptions, and inter-parliamentary conferences.
Excerpt from en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Binnenhof:
Fountain at the Binnenhof, in honor of Count William II of Holland. The fountain was donated in 1885 by the citizens of The Hague, on the occasion of a major overhaul of the Binnenhof complex.
Deze foto is gemaakt in Den Haag.
Links op de foto de toegangsdeur van de Eerste Kamer der Staten-Generaal.
Wanneer u door één van de poorten het Binnenhof opkomt zou u zich in de middeleeuwen kunnen wanen.
In het midden torent de oude ridderzaal hoog boven alles uit.
De torens zijn voorzien van goudkleurige ornamenten gecombineerd met zwarte en rode accenten.
Het gebouw van de Eerste Kamer kent eveneens een rijke historie, al is deze jonger dan het Binnenhof zelf.
Naar ontwerp van de bekende zestiende eeuws bouwmeester Pieter Post.
De Eerste Kamer is sinds haar instelling gevestigd op het Binnenhof.
This photo was made in The Hague.
On the left in the photo the entrance door of the Senate of the States General.
When you enter the Binnenhof through one of the gates you could imagine yourself in the Middle Ages.
The old knight's hall towers high above everything in the middle.
The towers have gold-colored ornaments combined with black and red accents.
The Senate building also has a rich history, although it is younger than the Binnenhof itself.
Based on a design by the well-known sixteenth-century architect Pieter Post.
The First Chamber has been located at the Binnenhof since its establishment.
La fontaine de la Binnenhof est une fontaine située dans la Binnenhof à La Haye. Elle a été conçue par Pierre Cuypers. La statue dorée de Guillaume II (comte de Hollande) au sommet de la fontaine a été conçue par Ludwig Jünger. Étant donné que le complexe de la Binnenhof appartient au gouvernement, il s'agit de l'une des fontaines de La Haye situées sur un terrain accessible au public qui n'est pas géré par la municipalité, mais par le Rijksvastgoedbedrijf (agence immobilière du gouvernement central).
La salle des chevaliers est la salle de réception médiévale du château du comte au milieu du Binnenhof à La Haye . La salle des Chevaliers est utilisée pour les rassemblements cérémoniels d'État, y compris la prononciation du discours annuel du Trône .
The Binnenhof Fountain is a fountain located in the Binnenhof Palace in The Hague. It was designed by Pierre Cuypers. The gilded statue of William II (Count of Holland) atop the fountain was designed by Ludwig Jünger. Since the Binnenhof complex is government-owned, it is one of the fountains in The Hague located on publicly accessible land managed not by the municipality but by the Rijksvastgoedbedrijf (central government real estate agency).
The Knights' Hall is the medieval reception hall of the Count's Castle in the middle of the Binnenhof Palace in The Hague. The Knights' Hall is used for ceremonial state gatherings, including the delivery of the annual Speech from the Throne.
Netherlands, Den Haag, The Binnenhof, …pick your choice, red or blue carpet. The Binnenhof inner court next to the Hofvijver Lake is a complex of buildings in the centre of The Hague housing the meeting place of both houses of the States General in the Ridderzaal, the knight’s hall which was initially a public space built as a ballroom, further the Ministry of General Affairs & the office of the Prime Minister of the Netherlands. Built predominantly in the 13th century, the gothic castle formerly functioned as home of the counts of Holland. It became the political centre of the Dutch Republic in 1584, counted amongst the topmost 100 Dutch heritage sites & is the oldest House of Parliament in the world still in use.
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Netherlands, Den Haag, The Binnenhof, the inner court next to the Hofvijver Lake is a complex of buildings in the centre of The Hague housing the meeting place of both houses of the States General in the Ridderzaal, the knight’s hall which was initially a public space built as a ballroom, further the Ministry of General Affairs & the office of the Prime Minister of the Netherlands. Built predominantly in the 13th century, the gothic castle formerly functioned as home of the counts of Holland. It became the political centre of the Dutch Republic in 1584, counted amongst the topmost 100 Dutch heritage sites & is the oldest House of Parliament in the world still in use.
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Netherlands, Den Haag, entrance to “Het Binnenhof”, the Binnenhof inner court next to the Hofvijver Lake is a complex of buildings in the centre of The Hague housing the meeting place of both houses of the States General in the Ridderzaal, the knight’s hall which was initially a public space built as a ballroom, further the Ministry of General Affairs & the office of the Prime Minister of the Netherlands. Built predominantly in the 13th century, the gothic castle formerly functioned as home of the counts of Holland. It became the political centre of the Dutch Republic in 1584, counted amongst the topmost 100 Dutch heritage sites & is the oldest House of Parliament in the world still in use.
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Dutch historical parliament buildings and Ridderzaal (Knights Hall) on the Inner Court (Binnenhof) at night
Situé au cœur de La Haye, le Binnenhof est l’un des sites historiques les plus importants des Pays-Bas. Ce complexe grandiose a été un centre politique pendant des siècles, abritant les deux chambres du parlement ainsi que d’autres bureaux gouvernementaux. Ce n’est pas seulement son importance politique qui en fait un lieu emblématique à visiter ; sa riche histoire, son architecture étonnante et son environnement pittoresque en font une attraction incontournable lors d’une visite à La Haye.
Les origines du Binnenhof remontent au XIIIe siècle, lorsque le comte Floris IV acheta un terrain au bord d’un étang – aujourd’hui connu sous le nom de Hofvijver – pour y construire sa résidence. Au fil du temps, cette structure s’est agrandie pour devenir ce que nous connaissons aujourd’hui sous le nom de Binnenhof. En fait, la Ridderzaal ou « salle des chevaliers », qui est la pièce maîtresse de ce complexe, a été initialement construite dans le cadre du plan d’expansion de Floris V en 1280.
Le Binnenhof a eu plusieurs fonctions au cours de l’histoire des Pays-Bas. D’abord utilisé par les comtes et les ducs à des fins administratives et pour les réunions de la cour, il est ensuite devenu la résidence des États généraux de Hollande à partir du milieu du XVIe siècle. Après la dissolution de cette assemblée par Napoléon Bonaparte au début du XIXe siècle, ce dernier a établi le « Het Departement van de Zuiderzee » au Binnenhof.
L’ère post-napoléonienne a vu la restauration des États généraux qui ont continué à utiliser ces locaux jusqu’à aujourd’hui, ce qui en fait la plus ancienne Chambre du Parlement au monde encore en activité.
Le style architectural de Binnenhof reflète différentes périodes, allant du gothique à la Renaissance, en raison des nombreuses rénovations effectuées au cours des siècles. La salle des chevaliers, conçue à l’origine avec des éléments gothiques comprenant de lourds piliers de pierre et de grandes fenêtres cintrées, a été transformée sous le roi Guillaume II qui y a ajouté des détails néo-gothiques, notamment des plafonds en boiseries complexes représentant des scènes historiques.
Le complexe comprend également d’autres bâtiments tels que le Mauritshuis, un musée d’art qui abrite des œuvres de célèbres maîtres néerlandais comme Vermeer et Rembrandt, et la Torentje (petite tour) qui est utilisée par le Premier ministre.
Located in the heart of The Hague, the Binnenhof is one of the most important historical sites in the Netherlands. This grandiose complex was a political center for centuries, housing both houses of parliament and other government offices. It's not just its political importance that makes it an iconic place to visit; its rich history, stunning architecture, and picturesque setting make it a must-see attraction during a visit to The Hague.
The origins of the Binnenhof date back to the 13th century, when Count Floris IV purchased a plot of land by a pond—now known as the Hofvijver—to build his residence. Over time, this structure expanded to become what we know today as the Binnenhof. In fact, the Ridderzaal, or Knights' Hall, which is the centerpiece of this complex, was originally built as part of Floris V's expansion plan in 1280.
The Binnenhof has served several functions throughout the history of the Netherlands. Initially used by counts and dukes for administrative purposes and court meetings, it later became the residence of the States-General of Holland from the mid-16th century. After Napoleon Bonaparte dissolved this assembly in the early 19th century, he established the "Department of the South Seas" in the Binnenhof.
The post-Napoleonic era saw the restoration of the States-General, which has continued to use these premises to this day, making it the oldest still-functioning House of Parliament in the world.
The Binnenhof's architectural style reflects different periods, ranging from Gothic to Renaissance, due to the numerous renovations carried out over the centuries. The Knights' Hall, originally designed with Gothic elements including heavy stone pillars and large arched windows, was transformed under King William II, who added neo-Gothic details, including intricate wood-paneled ceilings depicting historical scenes.
The complex also includes other buildings such as the Mauritshuis, an art museum housing works by famous Dutch masters such as Vermeer and Rembrandt, and the Torentje (Little Tower), which is used by the Prime Minister.
The main building of the 13th centuary Binnenhof in The Hague..It is used for the state opening of Parliment...
Little is known about the origin of the Binnenhof. Presumably, the grounds next to the Hofvijver lake, and the small homestead on it, were purchased by Count Floris IV of Holland from Meiland van Wassenaar in November 1229. Between 1230 and 1234 he had the homestead expanded to a small keep. After Floris' son and successor William II was crowned King of the Romans in 1248, this construction continued. Between 1248 and 1280, William had the Ridderzaal built. To its left and right, walls were built, which divided the area in front of the building from that behind it. Both walls had a gate. At the end of the wall on the left, near the Hofvijver, the court chapel was built, and near that the Ridderhuis (literally Knights' House) where visiting knights were sheltered. William died in battle in 1256, before the construction of the Ridderzaal had finished, and the castle was completed during the reign of his son, Floris V. The Binnenhof was the residence of the counts of Holland for a short period. After the house of Holland died out in 1299, the county fell in the hands of the counts of Hainaut. The counts of Hainaut barely resided in the Binnenhof in the early 14th century. Duke Albert I of Bavaria and his successor William II lived in the Binnenhof virtually permanently. Under their reign, the castle saw a sizeable expansion, and gradually became enclosed by buildings
The Ridderzaal is the main building of the 13th century Binnenhof in The Hague, Netherlands. It is used for the state opening of Parliament on Prinsjesdag, when the Dutch monarch drives to Parliament in the Golden Coach and delivers the speech from the throne. It is also used for official royal receptions, and interparliamentary conferences.