# Begijnhof

Amsterdam, Netherlands

A hidden medieval courtyard founded for the Beguines, lay Catholic women who lived in community without taking full vows. Documented from 1346, it shelters one of Amsterdam's oldest wooden houses and remains a quiet residential haven near the Spui.

## Roots Earth

Roots Earth has a longer story for Begijnhof, with a choice of female or male voice. Download the city audio to listen offline. No account is needed.

Coordinates: 52.3694, 4.8901

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