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The Netherlands boast a myriad of places to visit and are most famously known for their tulip and flower gardens. The most famous of these is Keukenhof. In spring over 800,000 visitors descend here to see the wonderful display of flora.
Another place that attracts large numbers of visitors who love nature is the Dwingelderveld National Park. This park is the largest wet heathland in all of Europe and is responsible for preserving about 3700 hectares of wetland.
The country is also well known for the way that its history has been preserved. They have many places dedicated to taking you back in time to catch a glimpse of the past. For example, the Delft is a traditionally preserved town that is known for being untouched. They also famously create blue and white ceramics.
Another trip down memory lane is a visit to Schokland. This island was evacuated in 1859 and is now known as a well-preserved ghost town.
A really fun way to enjoy the country is to use its unique waterway system to get around. There are many canals around the country that are actually used for transport. A visit to Giethoorn, will give you a first hand feel for the Netherlands beautiful traditional architecture and a closer look at their town which has all canals instead of streets.
The capital city of Amsterdam is also a great way to enjoy the canals of the Netherlands or get a peek of the Netherlands royal family. As an added bonus you can also enjoy their renowned architecture and museums. If after a day of trekking you get hungry remember to check out our tips on Netherlands food.
If you would like a more modern-day look at the country then there are also some places you can visit to get an authentic feel. A good example of this would be Eindhoven. This city is the fifth largest in the Netherlands and is largely considered the brain port of Europe. Here you can get to experience what the modern-day Dutch are like and bask in new innovations and technologies.
If you want a bigger taste of modern life then be sure to check out Rotterdam where the main attraction is modern architecture. There you can also enjoy the Dutch nightlife. This combined with a vibrant art scene and the largest port of Europe will surely take your breath away.
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