Dating back to 1390-1440, the Pandhof Domkerk is nestled between the Dom Church and the Academy Building. This idyllic spot serves as the cloister garden of the Dom Church, featuring a delightful array of flowers and herbs, as well as a captivating view of the Dom Tower. Labelled as one of the most beautiful courtyards in the Netherlands, Pandhof Domkerk is a serene space that offers visitors tranquillity and fresh air at no cost.

In 620 AD, in the company of an angel, the prophet Mohamad took a night journey to Heaven: called Mi'raj, this episode is a key point in the Islamic tradition. Located on top of the Noble Sanctuary upland, the Dome protects the rock where this journey started. On the same rock, thousands of years before, the biblical patriarch Abraham had allegedly tried to sacrifice his son Isaac, before God told him to stop. The Dome is, according to some, the oldest existing Islamic building, and a holy place of immense importance. Byzantine artisans built it between 687 and 691, and today its golden top stands out against the cityscape. Non-Muslim visitors cannot enter the Dome, but its elegant architecture is definitely worth taking a look at.

Located near Utrecht, De Haar Castle stands as the largest and most opulent castle in the Netherlands, ranking among Europe's iconic historic residences. Visit this castle to get a glimpse into its glorious past and the breathtaking grandeur that enveloped the international elite in the early 20th century. The castle is also is a rare example of a medieval fortress, complete with towers, ramparts, canals, gates and drawbridges.

The castle of Capodimonte boasts a wonderful view of the Bay of Naples. Built in the 18th century by Bourbon kings, it has been the royals' summer residence for a long time; today it hosts a museum which exhibits various collections, including masterpieces by Tiziano, Botticelli, Perugino, and Raffaello.