The Hague is the city where seats the Dutch government and parliament. It is not the capital but the political center of the Netherlands. The King and the Queen are working in the Noordeinde Palace in the city center.
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| The Ridderzaal(Knights' Hall) |
The knights' Hall, built around 13th century, was the castle for Earls of Holland. Since 20th century, it has been used for the Queen of Holland to announce the annual opening of the parliament.
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| The Binnenhof |
The Binnenhof is an open court, where the Holland administers work, representatives meet.
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| City Center |
Walking through the old district, you cound find the lights with the decoration of the crowns.
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| Peace Palace |
Here is the famous Peace Palace, Peace conferences are held here. The International court of Justice was found in this building right after the second world war. Till now the Hague is playing its role as the centre of international legal arbitration.
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| Plein |
From this square, "Plein" with the statue of the King William of Orange, you could get a good view with the new modern Hague rising behind.
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