Amsterdam, Netherlands
Begijnhof
A tranquil medieval courtyard hidden away from the city's hustle, originally founded as a residence for a Catholic sisterhood. It features well-preserved historic houses, including the oldest wooden house in Amsterdam, and two churches.
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Begijnhof is in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Coordinates: 52.36946, 4.89035. Open in Google Maps
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