Colors of Rotterdam - traditions, festivals, mentality and lifestyle
Rotterdam is the second largest city in the country and the largest port of Europe. From 1962 to 2004, the Rotterdam Port was also one of the busiest in the world, until Shanghai intercepted this title. Rotterdam is often called the city of architecture - several square kilometers in the center of Rotterdam are built up with the most modern and futuristic buildings of the 20th century, which you can only imagine. In addition to numerous interesting museum in the city, there are seven original Dutch windmills.
Urban Residences Rotterdam is widely known as one of the most stylish designer hotels in Rotterdam. It is open in an eye-catching, elegant building with panoramic windows. All guest rooms … Open
Mainport Design Hotel is one of the most prestigious and luxurious hotels in Rotterdam. In addition to exclusive guest rooms, the hotel offers a range of premium services, including the … Open
In July, Rotterdam hosts the North Sea Jazz festival, which is the world's largest jazz event on the closed ground. In late July, the city turns into one large dance floor. The reason for this is the festival called Rotterdam Unlimited. Dancers, musicians, theater actors turn Rotterdam into one big stage and in the midst of this colorful action choose the queen of the summer. In August, all the visitors of Rotterdam will have the chance to spend few weeks on the open-air Pleinbioscoop cinema festival. The event takes place in the park of the Boymans-van Böningen Museum. During the festival, you will enjoy not only modern movies but also ageless classics, like Casablanca or the God Father.
Hotel New York is a true historic symbol of Rotterdam. It is open in a beautiful old building that is former Holland America headquarters. The design of the building is made in a modern … Open
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Rotterdam and surroundings
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Cathedrals and basilicas near Rotterdam
♥ Kathedrale Kerk van de HH Laurentius en Elisabeth, Rotterdam, 1.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Basiliek van de H. Liduina en Onze Lieve Vrouw van de Rozenkrans, Schiedam, 4.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Basiliek van de H.H. Agatha en Barbara, Oudenbosch, 37 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Basiliek van de Sint-Jan-de-Doper, Oosterhout, 40.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Sint Catharinakathedraal, Utrecht, 48.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Kathedrale Sint Maarten, Utrecht, 48.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Kathedrale Basiliek van Sint-Bavo, Haarlem, 51.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Kathedrale Kerk van de HH Laurentius en Elisabeth, Rotterdam, 1.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Basiliek van de H. Liduina en Onze Lieve Vrouw van de Rozenkrans, Schiedam, 4.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Basiliek van de H.H. Agatha en Barbara, Oudenbosch, 37 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Basiliek van de Sint-Jan-de-Doper, Oosterhout, 40.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Sint Catharinakathedraal, Utrecht, 48.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Kathedrale Sint Maarten, Utrecht, 48.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Kathedrale Basiliek van Sint-Bavo, Haarlem, 51.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
Survived castles around Rotterdam
♥ Castle 'Duivenvoorde Castle' , 21.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Burcht van Leiden' , 26.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Slot Teylingen' , 34.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Huys Dever' , 36.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Slot Loevestein' , 39.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'De Haar Castle' , 41.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Breda Castle' , 42 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Duivenvoorde Castle' , 21.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Burcht van Leiden' , 26.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Slot Teylingen' , 34.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Huys Dever' , 36.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Slot Loevestein' , 39.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'De Haar Castle' , 41.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Breda Castle' , 42 km from the center. On the map Photo
Unique landmarks in Rotterdam and around
Madurodam
From the series “Famous Miniature Museums of Architectural Objects and Cities”
Check on the map: Distance from Rotterdam center - 23.3 km.
Of particular interest are bushes and trees planted in the park, whose height is maintained by efforts of gardeners at a level of no more than 60 cm. The history of the park is incredibly interesting. The author of this project is a famous architect Side Yan Baum. The opening of the miniature park took place in 1952. Not everyone knows that it is a real monument to the victims of the war. …
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Oede Kerk in Delft
From the series “Falling towers and buildings”
Check on the map: Distance from Rotterdam center - 13 km.
The Old Church is an important historical monument for Delft. This is the oldest religious building that has been preserved on the territory of the city. The church has been repeatedly subjected to various reconstructions and reformations over the years. But it still managed to preserve some of the original design elements and artifacts. Three ancient organs are considered its main values today. The very first of them was installed in the church in the 17th century. …
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Colors of Rotterdam in photos
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Cityguide on traditions, mentality and lifestyle of people in Rotterdam. Learn the best periods to visit Rotterdam to discover its soul - authentic festivals, events and celebrations. We will also reveal the interesting habits, attitude towards the world and to tourists in Rotterdam.