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Marekerk, Leiden: View of the dome and cupola from the Oude Vest canal
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A Protestant church in Leiden, located at the Lange Mare and the Oude Vest canal. The brick church was designed by the city architect Arentsz van 'sGravesande in 1639-1649. It is an early example of an octagonal domed church. The main entrance (in stone) was designed by Jacob van Campen in 1659.