Utrecht - University

The administrative offices of the University (founded 1636; 20,000 students) are in buildings which belonged to the chapter of the Cathedral. The chapterhouse itself, in which the Union of Utrecht was signed, is now the Aula (Great Hall) of the University. Part of the University is housed in 19th century buildings on the north side of Janskerkhof. The new University quarter, De Uithof, with the Botanic Garden and a hospital, lies to the east of the city.