The Netherlands, often referred to as Holland, is a small but fascinating country located in Western Europe. Many tourist only come to the Netherlands to visit Amsterdam. But Holland has plenty to offer outside its capital. Crisscrossed with canals, the flat landscape is perfect for cycling with historic town centers and classic windmills sprinkled across the country. During springtime the flower gardens become great tourist attractions providing a bold spectacle of vivid colors. Here’s a look at the best places to visit in the Netherlands.
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Chapters :
00:00 – Intro
00:37 – Zaanse Schans
02:11 – Rotterdam
03:35 – The Hague
04:56 – Utrecht
06:22 – Kinderdijk
07:32 – Tulip Fields
08:49 – Delft
10:03 – Amsterdam
11:27 – Lake IJsselmeer
12:44 – Leiden
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The Netherlands, often referred to as Holland,
is a small but fascinating country located in Western Europe. Many tourist only come
to the Netherlands to visit Amsterdam. But Holland has plenty to offer outside its
capital. Crisscrossed with canals, the flat landscape is perfect for cycling with historic
town centers and classic windmills sprinkled across the country. During springtime the flower
gardens become great tourist attractions providing a bold spectacle of vivid colors. Here’s a look
at the best places to visit in the Netherlands. [Music] Number 10, Zaanse Schans. Let me ask you a
question. If Time Machines do exist and give you the opportunity to go back to 17th Century
for half a day, would you love to try that out? If your answer is Yes, pay a visit to Zaanse
Schans. Just a 18 minutes train ride away from the busy city of Amsterdam, you can reach this
peaceful village which is straight out of the pages from your History book. Despite the fact
that visitors from all over the world visit this neighbourhood every day, it is good to know that
people still live here. Keep this in mind during your visit. Stroll past the bakery museum and
enjoy the smell of fresh cookies, or take a look at the warehouse where clogs are made. You
should be sure not to miss the mills, museums, cheese factory and pewter foundry. The Zaanse
Schans is a unique part of the Netherlands, full of monumental houses, mills, barns and workshops
where people practise traditional crafts. [Music] Number nine, Rotterdam. is a major port city in
the Dutch province of South Holland. It is the second-largest city in the Netherlands and is
home to one of the largest and busiest ports in the world, with numerous waterways intersecting
the city. Having sustained considerable damage during the Second World War, the city is
now known for its futuristic and innovative architecture—though an underlying grittiness still
remains. It offers a mix of attractions, from the iconic Cube Houses and Markthal to the historic
Delfshaven and the bustling Witte de Withstraat. The city is also a great base for day trips to
places like Kinderdijk and Hoek van Holland. [Music] Number eight, The Hague. The Hague,
also called Den Haag in Dutch, is the International City of Peace and Justice.
Located on the west coast of the Netherlands, with no less than 11 km of sandy beach, The Hague
is the administrative capital of the country, home to the Dutch royal family and the base for
numerous international organisations. With easy access to both city and beach, The Hague offers
everything from royal palaces and timeless Dutch fishing harbors to endless opportunities to
stroll the streets alongside the ‘Hagenaars’ and ‘Hagenezen’ as you explore exotic cuisine
and unforgettable shopping experiences. [Music] [Music] Number seven, Utrecht. Its the fourth largest
city in the Netherlands, and many regard it as the cozier alternative to Amsterdam. This ancient and
historic city houses many buildings going back to the early Middle Ages. Until it was overtaken by
Amsterdam in the Dutch Golden age, Utrecht was the most important city in the Netherlands. It was and
still is the See of the Archbishop of Utrecht, the most important Catholic leader in the Netherlands.
The University of Utrecht is the largest in the Netherlands. One of the unique features of the
city is the wharf system in its inner canals. Before the city was fully canalized, parts of the
Rhine River flowed through the city center. Most prominent of the historic buildings is The iconic
Domtoren, a 14th-century bell tower with city views, stands opposite the Gothic Cathedral
of St. Martin on central Domplein square. [Music] Number six, Kinderdijk. Kinderdijk,
a UNESCO World Heritage site, is a must-visit for its iconic windmills
and Dutch water management system to prevent flooding. To drain the excess water from the
polders, which are situated below sea-levels, 19 windmills were built here around 1740. They
have been well preserved to the present day and can still be used, although enormous mechanical
pumps have taken over their task. In summer, tall reeds line the canals, lily pads
float on the water and bird calls break the silence. It’s a wonderful – and
quintessentially Dutch – landscape to wander through. Without exaggeration, Kinderdijk
is an absolute must if you would like to know the history of Dutch windmills and waterways.
[Music] [Music] number Five. Tulip Fields. One of the most
frequently asked questions is where the Dutch flower fields are located. In the Netherlands
you can find several locations where you can see tulips in spring. The most famous area with
the most beautiful flower fields is around Keukenhof Tulip Gardens at only 40 kilometers
from the centre of Amsterdam. The area is called ‘Bollenstreek‘. The Bollenstreek
is located behind the North Sea dunes, between the cities of Amsterdam, Leiden,
Haarlem and The Hague. By far the biggest and best of its flower parks is Keukenhof,
It’s often called the “Garden of Europe” and features around seven million tulips,
daffodils, and roses. Cycling through Holland’s breathtaking fields is a delight,
offering endless opportunities for stunning photos of pretty purple, orange,
and red flowers dancing in the wind. Number four, Delft. Vermeer’s
birthplace and a true gem, Delft sits between The Hague and Rotterdam
in the country’s southwest. The city’s name comes from the Dutch word for digging, fitting
since canals are a highlight here. With its lovely medieval center and picturesque canals
crossed by brick bridges and lined with trees, the city is quaint and peaceful. Delft has long
been a center for fine ceramics, and traditional hand painting methods can still be witnessed
at Koninklijke Porceleyne Fles, hand-painted blue-and-white pottery. But, despite
its wealth of beautiful old buildings, it is the atmosphere rather than any particular
attraction that makes it worth visiting. [Music] [Music] Number three, Amsterdam. is the Netherlands’
capital, Known as the “Venice of the North,” Amsterdam earns this nickname thanks
to its intricate network of canals, picturesque bridges, and historic waterfront
houses that mirror the charm and elegance of Venice itself. Visitors can explore world-class
museums like the Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum, and the poignant Anne Frank House, where Anne
Frank kept her famous diary, so visiting the house where she wrote is a must. Cycling is key
to the city’s character, and there are numerous bike paths. Rent a bike and join thousands of
locals peddling around. Other visitors might want to linger in the local coffee shops, which
is just a normal part of the city’s landscape. [Music] Number two, Lake IJsselmeer. also known as Lake
IJssel in English, It’s the largest freshwater lake in Western Europe. It covers an area of
1,100 km² with an average depth of 4.5 m. The river IJssel, after which the lake was named,
flows into the IJsselmeer. Lake IJsselmeer is a great destination for a visit, offering a variety
of activities and attractions. It’s known for its scenic beauty, charming towns, and opportunities
for water sports like sailing and windsurfing. The lake also has a rich history, having
been created by damming the Zuiderzee. [Music] Number one, Leiden. known as the “City of
Discoveries,” Home to the Netherlands’ oldest university and the birthplace of Rembrandt,
Leiden also served as a several-year stop-off between England and the New World for America’s
Pilgrim fathers in the early 17th century. Today, lovely Leiden boasts the second-largest Dutch
city center after Amsterdam. The National Museum of Antiquities has an impressive collection
of Egyptian artifacts. The Hortus Botanicus, established in 1590, was the site of the
planting of Holland’s first tulip bulbs in 1593. Leiden is also great for
walking, with its canals, bridges, and historic buildings.
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1 Comment
I love Amsterdam! The tulips are so pretty!