Only 3 more days until Dutch Heritage Weekend, whoop whoop!
Today, let's talk about... Utrecht! A lot of the buildings here are within walking distance of Central Station, which is good, because Utrecht is a nice city to walk around in. There are lots of cafes and cool little shops, and if the weather's good this city's is very gezellig.
Today, let's talk about... Utrecht! A lot of the buildings here are within walking distance of Central Station, which is good, because Utrecht is a nice city to walk around in. There are lots of cafes and cool little shops, and if the weather's good this city's is very gezellig.
1. ACADEMIEGEBOUW
When they wanted to build a new main building for the Utrecht University around 1890, architects fought over what should be the style of architecture. I believe some architects wanted a neo-gothical building designed by Pierre Cuypers, others wanted neo-renaissance because they thought neo-gothicism would fit a church more, not a university building. In the end, neo-renaissance won, but as 'revenge' (I mean.. what are we talking about here people!?), the minister of home affairs built a neo-gothical gate right next to this building. The gate was designed by Pierre Cuypers' son. Man, I love a little drama between architects ;)
Address: Domplein 29
Opening Hours: Saturday 14 September 10.00 - 17.00 uur
How to get there: It's a 12 minute walk from Central Station
Address: Domplein 29
Opening Hours: Saturday 14 September 10.00 - 17.00 uur
How to get there: It's a 12 minute walk from Central Station
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