Delft enjoys a worldwide reputation due to its connection with Johannes Vermeer, Delft Blue earthenware and the Royal House. Delft is a centuries-old town and the inner city is filled with historical buildings, characteristic churches and fairy tale canals.
Canals in Delft are still used for their original transportation intent, as well as that of keeping water contained and away from areas where people live. The people of Delft are very proud of their canals, and often get around by water-taxi or private boat.
One of the characteristics of the Delft city center is the ‘Oude Kerk’ (Old Church). The Old Church of Delft is a sagging tower, just like the Tower of Pisa. Nevertheless, the tower is still just as imposing as it was during the Middle Ages.
On Delft’s Market Square, opposite city hall lies the ‘Nieuwe Kerk’ (New Church). The New Church of Delft has a permanent exhibition that explains the rich history of Delft and its relation with to Royal House. At good weather. you can climb the tower and enjoy the views of the historical city center, and The Hague and Rotterdam in the distance.
Delft City Hall, which was completed by Hendrick de Keyser in 1620, is a perfectly balanced, virtually symmetrical building in the Renaissance style. It was built around the late Gothic count’s tower that dates from the 13th century. It is clearly visible at the back of the building. ‘Het Steen’, as the tower is named, was used as a prison.
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