Magna Plaza, Shopping center in central Amsterdam, Netherlands
Description
Magna Plaza is a three-story shopping center housed in a neo-Gothic building at Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal 182, featuring towers, dormers, and intricate brick decorations on its facade. Inside, natural light flows through a glass roof that illuminates a central hall connecting all floors with stairs and modern elevators.
History
The building was constructed between 1895 and 1899 by architect Cornelis Peters and originally served as Amsterdam's main post office. After postal operations relocated in 1987, the structure was transformed into a modern shopping center while preserving its distinctive architecture.
Culture
The building's name references a powerful historical empire, reflecting Amsterdam's ambitions as a trading city. Visitors experience the ornate architecture with its towers and decorative details while shopping, making the space more than just a commercial destination.
Practical
The center is easy to reach on foot with shops spread across multiple floors in an organized layout that makes shopping straightforward. Good lighting from the glass roof and clear signage help visitors quickly find their way and locate different areas.
Did you know?
The building received Rijksmonument status in 1974, recognition reserved for approximately one hundred significant Dutch heritage sites. This designation highlights the architectural importance of a place that successfully transformed a historic post office into a functioning shopping center.
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