Only 16 km from Rotterdam, Kinderdijk is the village where you’ll find nineteen windmills dating back from the late Medieval Age and onwards. The large student population gives the place a youthful vibe but the scenery here is still very traditional – expect peaceful canals, important museums and a beautiful old town filled with centuries-old architecture. Located around 25 miles from Amsterdam, this small but beautiful city is famous for having the oldest university in the country and being the birthplace of Rembrandt and I personally think this place is a gem! Expect wavy rivers of violet and yellow flowers and banks of red tulips, making every photo look spectacular! 5. I think no visitor should leave this country without seeing a tulip! If you time your visit around springtime you’ll get to see some of the country’s best blooms at Keukenhof Gardens, located near the town of Lisse (the bulb region).Īlso known as the Garden of Europe, it’s the world’s largest flower garden. Make sure you include a visit to The Domtoren (the highest tower-like gothic church in the Netherlands) and its adjoining attractive Cloister gardens. With a beautiful medieval quarter and a profusion of gothic elements adding an artistic touch to the city’s roundabouts and tourist sites, this city was always going to make the list. Utrecht is one of the oldest cities in the country and I think it’s also one of the most attractive and welcoming cities. The capital city is chock full of art museums but if you want to see one of the most famous Dutch paintings, the Girl With a Pearl Earring it’s housed at the Mauritshuis Museum in The Hague. However, I think the real draw of this part of town is the narrow canals that are gorgeously flanked by the tall and colourful traditional gabled houses.ĭon’t forget to explore further afield thought in this incredible city and squeeze in all the must-sees like the Anne Frank Museum, the Flower Market, the Van Gogh Museum, and see the Old Masters at the National Museum. ![]() Here you can expect maze-like streets lined with bohemian cafes, art galleries, and design stores boutique stores selling the latest trends. Once a working-class district, the area has risen through the ranks to become one of the most exclusive areas of the city. To find Amsterdam’s real beauty I would recommend heading for the Jordaan district. Jordaan District, AmsterdamĪlthough the country’s carefree capital city is arguably most famous for its coffee shops, the city has another side. ![]() I would recommend walking along the heath fields or in true Dutch style take the free bikes available to cycle over the meandering trails. The Hoge Veluwe National Park is the largest national park in the country and in my opinion, home to some of the most naturally beautiful landscapes in the country.ĭotted with deer, wild boar, and thick areas of forest, the park is both tranquil and an excellent area for wildlife watching. Apart from its lively capital, it’s often overlooked as a scenic travel destination but there are many pockets of real beauty, you just have to know where to find them.įrom unique cities crisscrossed with canals to national parks filled with dark green forests and from my time spent living in this wonderful country, here are the places I want to share with you… 1. The famously progressive European country is now one of the most densely populated nations on earth, with over 15 million people calling this relatively small country home.
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