Gouda. Stadhuis (Town Hall)
This iconic building stands proudly in the centre of the Markt square and is a landmark of the city.Constructed in 1448, the town hall is one of the oldest in the Netherlands and has a delightful Gothic style.The front façade of the building features a series of pointed towers, spikes and arched windows and also has a myriad of stone statues of various important people from Dutch history.On either side of the town hall there is a series of bell chimes that ring on the hour.Furthermore at night the front of the Stadhuis is lit up in various colours and light shows are sometimes performed.