Sights
HH. Petrus and Paulus Church (the Parrot Church)
Sandwiched between dozens of shops in the middle of Amsterdam’s busy Kalverstraat, you’ll find the neo-gothic facade of the HH. Petrus and Paulus Church, better known as the “Parrot” (Papegaai). Built around 1700, it was a Catholic church, and served as a secret place of worship during the Reformation.
HH. Petrus and Paulus Church (the Parrot Church)
Location
HH. Petrus and Paulus Church (the Parrot Church)
Kalverstraat 58
1012 PG Amsterdam
Parrot Church
At the door of the HH. Petrus and Paulus Church a large sign invites passers-by to devote 15 minutes to God ("Eenkwartiervoor God"). This Roman Catholic church is thought to have been built in the garden of a bird dealer, hence the parrot on the gable.
Meditation
Anyone, regardless of their religious beliefs, is welcome to come inside for some quiet reflection and meditation.
HH. Petrus and Paulus Church (the Parrot Church)
Location
HH. Petrus and Paulus Church (the Parrot Church)
Kalverstraat 58
1012 PG Amsterdam