Bounded by the North Sea, Belgium and Germany, the Netherlands full of romantic and unusual places. This flat country is mainly known for its tulip fields, canals and polders. Focus on five cities to discover in this country with more bikes than inhabitants!
1. Amsterdam
The capital of the Netherlands, the diamond city, contains many areas of nature and a wealth of attractions. Located next to Dam Square, the neighborhood of 9 Streets consists of picturesque narrow streets that connect the main channels of the city center between the Leidsegracht and Raadhuisstraat and hosting designer boutiques and vintage, specialty stores, various restaurants, cafes and galleries. Moreover, the Museum Quarter, near Museumplein, is a place not to miss if you are passionate about culture! It houses the Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum, the Concertgebouw (Concert Hall), the Dutch Film Museum and Coster Diamonds. Know also that Amsterdam has many other museums and art galleries. Moreover, no other European capital has as many monuments and museums per square kilometer! A cruise on the canals built in the 17th century is a must trip if you visit the city for the first time. The months of April and May are ideal for cycling because it is at that time it rains the least.
2. Delft
Delft is known worldwide for its production of blue faience. Do not you ever heard of Delft blue? Yet, visiting museums and workshops, you will be surprised by the variety of colors: white, green, yellow and even black ...
This museum city full of charm has many places to discover. Do not hesitate to visit Royal Delft and the New Church which houses the crypt where members of the royal family are based Orange Nassau. Delft is also the city where the famous painter Johannes Vermeer lived much of his life. You will learn a lot about its history Vermeer Centrum Delft.
3. Gouda
While walking you in the historic center of Gouda you will discover remarkable monuments such as St. John's Church. With its 123 meters high, is the highest of Holland. This church is known worldwide thanks to its windows. The city hall, one of the oldest in the country (dating from 1450), is also a magnificent monument not to be missed. The cheese market is a must! By making you there on Thursday from 10-13 hours (April-August), you can see how the cheese in and out on carts and how producers and traders clap hands to negotiate before the cheese weighing. In the House of weighing, you can see the Museum of Craft Cheese where you will understand how Gouda cheese was weighed and prepared previously and currently. You will also be able to have a good time along the waterfront where there are terraces and small shops.
4. Kinderdijk
Kinderdijk The star attraction is undoubtedly the visit of nineteen mills built in the 18th century as part of a vast project against flooding. This city is actually located on a land of marshes that have been transformed into agricultural area irrigated by canals. Today, windmills of Kinderdijk are a symbol of Dutch water engineering and offer a picture postcard! In the summer, one can see the wings of turning nineteen mills. This site was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1997.
5. The Hague
The administrative capital of the Netherlands is one of the most extraordinary cities of Holland. You can admire many monuments, you walk in the historic districts and enjoy the coast. The Hague, known as "Royal city in the sea", is known as the Residence because many members of the royal family reside in this beautiful city. Many bars and restaurants are located in the squares Full and Grote Markt. Shopping fans will be delighted because the stores abound, there are all types: luxury shops, big brands and small boutiques. If you are interested in art and painting, you can see including Girl with a Pearl Earring by Vermeer at the Mauritshuis exposed. Close to the city, you can bathe in the summer or winter you oxygenate the most famous seaside resort in Holland Scheveningen
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