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Attractions & Activities: Exploring The Hague
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Parliament (Binnenhof) & Hall of the Knights (Ridderzaal)
This magnificent "Inner Court," the 13th-century hunting lodge of the counts of Holland, is the center of Holland's political life and the official seat of government. This complex of buildings is set in the oldest part of the city. In the center of the Binnenhof is the beautiful Hall of Knights, measuring 126 by 59 feet and soaring 85 feet to its oak roof. Since 1904, its immense interior--adorned with provincial flags and leaded-glass windows depicting the coats of arms of Dutch cities--has hosted the Queen's annual address (the third Tuesday in September), the opening of Parliament, official receptions, and interparliamentary conferences. There are three entrances and four gates to the Binnenhof. The buildings on the left and right of the Ridderzaal are the former Stadtholders' Quarters, which now house the First and Second Chamber of the States General, the equivalent to the House of Representatives and Congress, respectively.
Binnenhof 8a
Phone: 070/364-6144 .
Open: Mon-Sat 10am-4pm (last tour begins at 3:45pm).
Closed public holidays and special events.
Admission Dfl 6.
Tram: 3, 7, or 8.
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