Hidden Delft Architectural Tour

Vermeer's Artistic Kingdom—Delft✨
This is not only the hometown of the Dutch Golden Age painting master Vermeer but also the lifelong source of his creative inspiration! 🏠 "Girl with a Pearl Earring" introduced this fairy-tale-like small town to the world. Now, let's explore the mysterious world behind this "Dutch Mona Lisa" together~

🎨【Architectural Art Tour】
🚣‍♀️ Stroll along the narrow canals, with ancient buildings from the 17th century preserved on both sides
⛪️ The towering New Church (Address: Markt 80, 2611 GW Delft) stands in the city center, perfectly symmetrical with the Leaning Tower
🏰 The Old Church leaning 2 meters (Address: Heilige Geestkerkhof 25, 2611 HP Delft) is known as the "Leaning Tower of Delft"
🏛️ Don’t miss the Church of Our Lady of the Jesuits (Address: Sint Agathaplein 1, 2611 HR Delft), a stunning example of perfect Gothic architecture

💎【City Memory Fragments】
1246｜Granted city rights
1536｜Devastated by a great fire
1654｜A massive explosion at the ammunition depot
But believe me, all these scars make it even more charming✨

🎭【Vermeer Secret Spots】
📍 City Center Square (a scene often appearing in Vermeer’s paintings)
📍 Ancient Canal Walkway (search for the inspiration behind the girl’s earring)
📍 St. Luke’s Studio (experience painting in Vermeer’s era)

📷【Photo Tips】
1️⃣ Visit the canal at sunset, the golden light makes the reflections especially beautiful
2️⃣ The Old Church’s leaning tower must be photographed at an angle to capture its magical effect
3️⃣ Wear simple, solid-colored clothes to match the rustic background perfectly~

This small town, walking through history since the 12th century, remains elegant despite its vicissitudes. Every brick and tile tells a story from Vermeer’s time. Want to join us in exploring this Dutch fairy-tale world? ❤️