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The Netherlands North to South
RenameExplore Holland from north to south, stopping in cities and villages home to the best culture, historic sites, nature, and nightlife in the country.
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About Amsterdam
<p>Amsterdam, the capital city of the <a href="https://www.routeperfect.com/Netherlands">Netherlands</a>, boasts a captivating history that dates back to its 12th century beginnings as a modest fishing village. Over time, the city flourished into a bustling commercial center, and, by the 17th century, played a pivotal role in global trade. The establishment of the Dutch East India Company during the colonial era further fueled periods of prosperity, cultural blossoming, and architectural advancement. The city's charm has remained as vibrant as ever, offering modern-day tourists a dynamic and multicultural hub in a wonderful atmosphere, surrounded by a unique, impressive architectural maze.</p>
Amsterdam
North Holland, Netherlands
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About Groningen
The city is nationally known as the "Metropolis of the North" and as "Martinistad" referring to the Martinitoren. Although Groningen is not a very large city, it does have an important role as the main urban centre of this part of the country, particularly in the fields of music and other arts, education, and business. The large number of students living in Groningen also contributes to a diverse cultural scene for a city of its size. Groningen is home to several important museums and theaters. Groningen's nightlife depends largely on its student population. Its cultural scene is vibrant and remarkable for a city of its size.
Groningen
Groningen, Netherlands
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About Maastricht
Maastricht is known in the Netherlands and beyond for its lively squares, narrow streets, and historical buildings. The city has 1,677 rijksmonumenten (national heritage sites), more than any Dutch city, outside Amsterdam. The entire city centre is a protected cityscape ("beschermd stadsgezicht"). The tourist information office (VVV) is located in the Dinghuis, a medieval building overlooking Grote Staat. Maastricht's main sights include amazing ancient buildings, beautiful rivers, several museums, annual events and festivals, as well as many sprawling incredible city parks.
Maastricht
Limburg, Netherlands
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About Rotterdam
Rotterdam is the second-largest city in the Netherlands and one of the largest ports in the world. Rotterdam is currently going through a sort of renaissance, with some urban architecture projects, a nightlife, and many summer festivals celebrating the city's multicultural population and identity, such as the Caribbean-inspired "Summer Carnival", the Dance Parade, Rotterdam 666, the Metropolis pop festival and the World Port days. The self-image of the city is that of a no-nonsense workers' city. In that sense, there is a healthy competition with Amsterdam, which is often viewed as the cultural capital of the Netherlands.
Rotterdam
South Holland, Netherlands
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