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Westerkerk, Amsterdam, by Hendrick de Keyser, 1620–38
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Westerkerk, Amsterdam, by Hendrick de Keyser, 1620–38
Westerkerk, Amsterdam, by Hendrick de Keyser, 1620–38

The Westerkerk, or West Church, is a prominent Protestant church located in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Constructed between 1620 and 1631, it is situated on the Prinsengracht canal in the Jordaan district. The church is known for its impressive tower, the Westertoren, which stands at 87 meters (285 feet) tall and is a significant landmark in the city's skyline. The Westerkerk's interior is notable for its spaciousness and is the burial place of the renowned Dutch painter Rembrandt van Rijn. The church has also been the site of significant historical events, including the wedding of Queen Beatrix of the Netherlands in 1966.1

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