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Places to Visit in the Netherlands

The Netherlands is the perfect example of a self-sufficient cultural monument with well over 40% of their country being below sea level. The dams and canals surrounding the coast line takes are about three thousand miles in length. The modern facilities, majestic cathedrals, town halls, picturesque canals, churches and old houses makes the cities in Holland one of a kind master pieces. Several fields of tulips are closely associated to Holland. When spring time approaches this country is covered with carpets of flowers and flowering plants that when combined with the constantly grey sky contributes to the general beauty of the land.

Must See Sights in Netherlands

Another aspect that is synonymous with the landscapes of Netherlands are the massive windmills, many of which have been around for some time now and still work perfectly. The city of hundreds of canals or Amsterdam as it is commonly known, has hundreds of canals with an approximate of six hundred bridges crossing over them. As a matter of fact, most tours of the city are done via the canals. From the water, it is possible to view most Amsterdam sights including the hundreds of panoramic bridges that carry the spirit of Amsterdam as a whole. While in the canals you can feel the spirit of Amsterdam in totality including its indescribable atmosphere.

Other monumental and historic buildings found in Amsterdam are the Magnificent Royal palace, Madame Tussauds museum, the monument of freedom and Nieuwe kerk. This church is where the monarchs of Netherlands are coroneted, and it is hence rebuilt constantly since it was first built in 1408. There are several other churches in Amsterdam that have been around for decades such as the Ude Krik which is the Oldest church and is known for hosting organ concerts. Other buildings of interest in the Netherlands include the torture museum, the house of shipbuilders and the museum of sex. Amsterdam is also a known global art centre with several museums for you to explore.

Another city in Holland worth visiting is Zaandam. It is located only 20km to the north of Amsterdam. While there, you should make sure you visit the architectural open air museum and the house of Peter the first. Not far north from Zandaam, is the famous city of Alkmaar. This is the only city on earth where medieval cheese fairs are still held to this date. There are several activities to do, from roaming the medieval streets to simply admiring the city’s numerous canals. The Hague, which is not only one of the oldest cities in Holland but is also the third largest city; is home to the parliament, the seat of government and the royal courts. The Hague is also home to the international criminal court of justice. The best places to visit at Hague are the old castle of Binnenhof and the historic centre of the city. Mauritshuis is a palace in the city that houses one of the most magnificent art galleries in the world referred to as the Royal art gallery.

Car Hire In Netherlands
Getting around in Netherlands using public means can be a hectic. This is so because you have to follow the schedule of the means you choose; whether it’s the bus or train. While taxis may be a better bet, hiring a car is the best option especially in terms of cost. With a car for hire you can visit any destination of your interest and spend as much time without worrying about getting late. Driving is done on the right so you should make a point of adjusting to this should you be from a country that drives on the left. You should also prepare to get stuck in traffic for some time.

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