The striking Staduis
The eye-catching Renaissance-style Stadius sits opposite the Nieuwe Kerk, anchoring one end of Delft’s main square. The 17th-century façade’s shutters, dormer windows, fluted pilasters and shell decoration add a bold, pleasing touch to the vast plaza.
Close-up of the tower and clocks
The limestone tower dates from 1300 and was part of the original structure that mostly perished in the fire of 1618. Underneath is the former prison where William of Orange’s murderer was held.
The Stadius is the former seat of the city government and today houses a few city hall functions such as civil weddings.
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