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The Martinitoren (Tower) is the highest church steeple in the city of Groningen, Netherlands.

The tower is located at the north-eastern corner of the Grote Markt (Main Market Square). It contains a brick spiral staircase consisting of 260 steps, and the carillon within the tower contains 62 bells. The tower is considered one of the main tourist attractions of Groningen and offers a view over the city and surrounding area.  The tower is tilting about 0.6 m,  according to reports the tower has a foundation of only three metres deep. The citizens of Groningen call their tower d’Olle Grieze, meaning the old grey one in the local dialect.

History

Twice before a tower has stood on the site of the current Martinitoren. The first was built in the 13th century; this was approximately 30 metres high and built in the Romanesque style. This tower was destroyed by lightning. In the 15th century a second tower was built, approximately 45 metres high, but it also was devastated by lightning in a storm. The third and current tower was largely built between 1469 and 1482 from blocks of Bentheimer sandstone. The steeple was not finished until the mid-16th century. This tower was initially an estimated 102 metres high.

The lighting of celebratory fires on the third gallery, after the departure of Spanish and Walloon troops in 1577, caused the tower to partially collapse. However, the remaining portion kept a height of 69 meters. In the 17th century the tower was repaired up to the current 97 metre height. Later the tower was damaged several times by natural violence and several wars. There is a bullet hole in one of the bells, a result of heavy fighting when the Canadian Forces liberated Groningen at the end of World War II.

About Martini Beauty BV

At Martini Beauty BV we have gathered almost 50 years of experience in the beauty industry. We have used all the obtained knowledge and experience to develop products which are tailored to the needs of the market. Our collection consists exclusively of treatment chairs, collecting trays, magnifying lamps, HADEWE foot care units and ergonomic stools which we fully endorse. We believe in the technique and design of our collection. That is why Martini Beauty BV stands for the following guarantees:

Sustainability

All of our product are made of high quality materials. We do not want to be the cheapest supplier on the market, we want to be the NUMBER ONE! 

Our treatment chairs, collecting trays, magnifying lamps, HADEWE foot care units ergonomic stools will last for many years.

Dutch Design

Our treatment chairs and ergonomic stools are entirely made in Holland. Also the production of the intermediate products takes place in Holland. This gives us full control of the production and the ability to raise the quality of this product. During the production process every product is personally checked for a minimum of twenty quality requirements.

Expertise

With the help of all the years of experience in the beauty industry, we have gained a lot of knowledge. We have translated this knowledge into the development of furniture and accessories, that meets both the requirements of beauty professionals as well as the expectations of the customer.

Innovative

We are always looking for new designs and the opportunity to improve our current models. We believe in our products and therefore we aim to provide them for a longer period of time. By continually developing our products, we aim to lead the market while delivering the high quality our customers have become accustomed to.