![]() Other highlights include the First Chamber, notable for its painted medallions depicting statesmen and the portrait of King William II under the country's coat of arms. Also important are the Rolzaal court house dating from 1511 and the Lairessezaal with its 17th-century paintings by Gerard de Lairesse. In the North Wing, the chamber is the official residence of the Prime Minister. The most important building of the complex is the exquisite Ridderzaal, or Knights' Hall, which is still used for functions and receptions (see #5 below for more on this stunning structure). With its origins dating back to 1250 and tied to the building of a castle (long since gone), it soon became the residence of the ruling aristocracy, and today houses both chambers of Parliament. ![]() Located in the center of the oldest section of The Hague is the Binnenhof, or "Inner Court." This irregular group of buildings was constructed around a large central courtyard. ![]() Explore the Many Buildings of the Historic Binnenhof The Binnenhof ![]()
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