The name, The Hague, is based on the word for hedge as an enclosure where the building was set. More buildings, such as the Knights Hall, were built close to the castle and it eventually came to be the home of the Counts of Holland. These buildings can now be found in the old quarter, Binnenhof. A lake was built close by this area in and is still there today. In the 16th century when Holland was under rule from Spain, The Hague was established as the center for the Dutch and later, under William the 1st, it became the capital of the Netherlands.
In all of the main bodies of the Dutch government moved into the area, further establishing it as the center of power in the country. The area was finally granted city status in the early 19th century by Louis Bonaparte in the Napoleonic wars, after which the Netherlands and Belgium were formed into a single state, as The United Kingdom Of The Netherlands, although Belgium was once again separated in with Amsterdam remaining as the capital, but the government remaining in The Hague.
The building of The Hague as a large city really started in with new residential areas being built to house government employees and also employees of the Dutch East India Company.
After the war there was a massive building programs, both to repair the damage and to accommodate the growing population. The Hague has been the center for international law for centuries. The Hague is a bustling, though not overly large, city of around , people. Transportation in the city is very affordable, clean and efficient. There is a good network of around 30 tram and bus routes that should be able to get you to wherever you want to go.
There is also a regular light rail link. Although there is not a full service operating at night, there are several night buses run by the public transportation company. The buses and trams in The Hague are paid for by using the OV-chipcard. One of the best options is to get an HTM day ticket, it costs 7.
Although this covers you for all day trips, you will need to pay extra if you are taking the night bus. If you have a chipcard you can get the day ticket loaded on to that, but if you do not have one then you can get a paper ticket. Unfortunately you are not able to buy a day ticket on the bus, tram, or train, but they are sold in hotels, train stations, and the tourist information centers. The day ticket is valid from when it is first validated until the end of service that day.
For single journeys, if you do not have a chipcard you can pay in euros. If you want to travel by taxi you can flag them down in the street, phone to be picked up, or go to one of the many taxi stands that are around The Hague. Taxis are obliged to charge a standard fare that is the same throughout the country. It also helps that the majority of courses and programmes are conducted in English, and there is a diverse mix of colleges and universities to choose from - from the Royal Academy of Art and Royal Conservatory of The Hague which specialises in music and dance to the Leiden University College.
The Mauritshuis is The Haag's most famous art museum. With 30 theatres and more than 40 museums to visit, The Hague is regarded as one of the most culturally vibrant cities in the Netherlands. The Mauritshuis, an art museum which houses the Royal Cabinet of Paintings, houses the works of renowned artists such as Johannes Vermeer and Rembrandt, while the Louwman Museum features the world's largest collection of historic cars.
The modern seaside resort of Scheveningen is also a favourite holiday spot for locals and tourists, who flock there for water sports and art destinations like the Madurodam, a theme park filled with miniature replicas of famous Dutch landmarks.
Women in traditional Scheveningen clothing posing with soused herring at the harbour. Join ST's Telegram channel here and get the latest breaking news delivered to you. We have been experiencing some problems with subscriber log-ins and apologise for the inconvenience caused. Until we resolve the issues, subscribers need not log in to access ST Digital articles. But a log-in is still required for our PDFs.
Skip to main content. Het Plein, a famous town square in the The Hague, is photographed with the city's skyline in the background. Share gift link below with your friends and family. Link Copied! Copy gift link. With attractions like Madurodam miniature city and the Omniversum dome movie theatre, The Hague is also a wonderful place for younger visitors. A The Hague Travelcard will let you travel by tram or bus for three days. You can reach the Scheveningen beach in just 20 minutes.
Distances within Holland are easily bridged. Any location you might want to visit can be reached within three hours. The train, bus and tram will taken you pretty much anywhere you want to go. You can also explore Holland by bicycle.
With over 32, kilometers worth of bicycle paths, Holland is a real cycling country with many fantastic cycling routes. By loading the photos, you accept that Holland. The Hague is famous for its seaside atmosphere, it is also a city full of history, has numerous museums and is home to the Royal Family and seat of the country's government.
The distance between Amsterdam and The Hague is 51 km. The road distance is 59 km. From Amsterdam to The Hague by train takes 53 minutes. The Hague is well worth a visit. In The Hague, the beach and sea are within easy reach. The Hague also has a varied and offering of high-end art and culture. A city with royal allure on the North Sea coast.
Skip to content Skip to menu Skip to search. More information about this image Hofvijver in The Hague. Why go? The Hague is the only big city with a beach directly on the North Sea coast. The city boasts many monuments, chic hotels, and a political heart. You can visit beautiful art museums and a day of high-end shopping.
The tram will convey you from the city center to Scheveningen and Kijkduin in just twenty minutes, where you can enjoy the sun, beach and sea.
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