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338  NOR THERN AND EASTERN NE THERLANDS

1 Paleis Het Loo

The Stadholder William III built the elegant palace of Het
Loo in 1692 as a hunting lodge. For generations, the
Orange family used it as a summer residence. Its pomp
and splendour have led to it being dubbed the “Versailles
of the Netherlands”. Its main architect was Jacob Roman
(1640–1716); the interior and the gardens were designed
by Daniel Marot (1661–1752). The severe Classical façade
belies the ornate interior. After intensive restoration work
was carried out, the palace is now open as a museum. Coat of Arms (1690) of William
and Mary, future king and
queen of England.

. Bedroom of the Stadholder William III (1713)
The wall coverings and draperies in this bedroom are
of rich orange damask and purple silk.

KEY
1 William III’s bedroom
2 Closet of the Stadholder William III
(1690) The walls of William’s private
chamber are covered in scarlet damask.
His paintings and Delftware are on
display here.
3 King’s Garden
4 Mary II’s bedroom
5 Queen’s Garden
6 The throne room now contains the
original designs for the gardens.
7 Library
8 Picture gallery

Vintage Cars
This 1925 Bentley, nicknamed
Minerva, was owned by Prince
Hendrik, husband of Queen
Wilhelmina. It is one of the royal
family’s many old cars and carriages
on display in the stables.
For hotels and restaurants in this region see pp400–401 and p414

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