Zuiderkerk
Paulus Potterstraat 2A, 7462 BD Rijssen, Netherlands
Zuiderkerk
Zuiderkerk is a church located in the city of Amsterdam, Netherlands. The name "Zuiderkerk" can be translated to "Southern Church" in English. It was built in the 14th century and was one of the main churches in the city during the Middle Ages.
The Zuiderkerk has a rich history and has played an important role in the development of Amsterdam. The church was built on the site of a earlier church that was destroyed by fire, and it was designed to be larger and more impressive than its predecessor. Over the centuries, the Zuiderkerk has undergone several renovations and restorations, including a major restoration project in the 19th century.
Today, the Zuiderkerk is one of the most famous churches in Amsterdam and is a popular tourist destination. It is known for its beautiful architecture, stunning stained glass windows, and rich history. Visitors can take guided tours of the church and learn about its fascinating past.
- The Zuiderkerk was built between 1295 and 1306.
- The church has a unique architectural style that combines Gothic and Romanesque elements.
- The Zuiderkerk is home to several famous artworks, including paintings by Rembrandt and other Dutch Masters.
- The church's tower is 74 meters tall and offers stunning views of the city.
The Zuiderkerk was used as a shelter during World War II. Today, the church is used for various events and ceremonies throughout the year. Overall, the Zuiderkerk is an important cultural and historical landmark in Amsterdam that is worth visiting.
Zuiderkerk (Rijssen)
De Zuiderkerk is een kerkgebouw van de Gereformeerde Gemeenten aan de Jacob Ruysdaelstraat in Rijssen. De kerk is in 1968 gebouwd naar een ontwerp van architectenbureau Groen en Scheppink.
De kerk is met 1.950 zitplaatsen een van de grootste kerken van Nederland. De bakstenen zaalkerk is minder traditioneel gebouwd dan de Noorderkerk.
- De kerk heeft een losstaande klokkentoren met een hoogte van 31 meter.
- In de toren hangt een 921 kg zware luidklok met de inscriptie: Ik werd aangebracht bij de bouw van de Zuiderkerk, behorend bij de Geref. Gemeente, in het jaar 1967.
De kerk is gebouwd op een natuurlijke hoogte in het uitbreidingsplan 'Zuid'. In het gebouw zijn 430.000 stenen en 1.100 m³ beton verwerkt. De totale bouwkosten bedroegen 2.361.114,43 gulden.
Details
Name | Zuiderkerk |
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City/Town | Rijssen |
Province | Overijssel |
Country | Netherlands |
Coordinates | 52.3018977, 6.5208779 |
Denomination | reformed |
Amenity | place of worship |
Religion | christian |
Operator | Gereformeerde Gemeenten (GG;GerGem) |
Year of construction | 1306 |
Time period | Early Middle Ages |
Architectural style | Gothic/Romanesque |
Patron | unknown |