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Peace Palace

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The Peace Palace is a monumental building that serves as the seat of the International Court of Justice and the Permanent Court of Arbitration. Visitors can admire its neo-Renaissance architecture, surrounded by lush gardens. Inside, the palace features ornate halls, stained glass windows, and a library with a vast collection of international law texts. Guided tours offer insight into the workings of these courts and the palace's role in conflict resolution. The building stands as a beacon of diplomacy and legal order, attracting those interested in international law and history.

Don't miss

  • Guided tour of the Great Hall of Justice
  • See the stained glass windows depicting peace symbols
  • Visit the Peace Palace Library, one of the largest in international law
  • Explore the gardens with their symbolic statues

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You can see Peace Palace on your own. A tour is worth it for the story behind it, for transport, or for combining nearby sights into one day.

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