Colors of Delft - traditions, festivals, mentality and lifestyle

The centre of Delft is the location of more than 600 historical places of interest. Most of them were created in the 16th and 17th centuries, and some of them appeared even earlier. The city …
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There are many beautiful and interesting places in Delft, which will be liked by travelers with kids. Fans of outdoor activities traditionally enjoy visiting Beestenmarkt Square. The square …
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National cuisine is quite simple, so many even call it "village". Herring is one of the most favorite dishes of the local people. These are slices of herring with fresh onion and mild-cured …
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Delft and surroundings
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Cathedrals and basilicas near Delft
♥ Basiliek van de H. Liduina en Onze Lieve Vrouw van de Rozenkrans, Schiedam, 9.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Kathedrale Kerk van de HH Laurentius en Elisabeth, Rotterdam, 11.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Kathedrale Basiliek van Sint-Bavo, Haarlem, 45.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Grote of Sint-Bavokerk, Haarlem, 46.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Sint-Josephkerk, Haarlem, 46.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Basiliek van de H.H. Agatha en Barbara, Oudenbosch, 47 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Basiliek van de Sint-Jan-de-Doper, Oosterhout, 52.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Basiliek van de H. Liduina en Onze Lieve Vrouw van de Rozenkrans, Schiedam, 9.5 km from the center. On the map


♥ Kathedrale Kerk van de HH Laurentius en Elisabeth, Rotterdam, 11.4 km from the center. On the map


♥ Kathedrale Basiliek van Sint-Bavo, Haarlem, 45.4 km from the center. On the map


♥ Grote of Sint-Bavokerk, Haarlem, 46.2 km from the center. On the map


♥ Sint-Josephkerk, Haarlem, 46.6 km from the center. On the map


♥ Basiliek van de H.H. Agatha en Barbara, Oudenbosch, 47 km from the center. On the map


♥ Basiliek van de Sint-Jan-de-Doper, Oosterhout, 52.1 km from the center. On the map


Survived castles around Delft
♥ Castle 'Duivenvoorde Castle' , 12.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Burcht van Leiden' , 19.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Slot Teylingen' , 27.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Huys Dever' , 30.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Slot Heemstede' , 41.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'De Haar Castle' , 44.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Huis ter Kleef' , 46 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Duivenvoorde Castle' , 12.9 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Burcht van Leiden' , 19.7 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Slot Teylingen' , 27.7 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Huys Dever' , 30.3 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Slot Heemstede' , 41.9 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'De Haar Castle' , 44.4 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Huis ter Kleef' , 46 km from the center. On the map


Unique landmarks in Delft and around
Erasmusbrug
From the series “Unbelievable and Magnificent Bridges and Viaducts”
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Distance from Delft center - 13 km.
The main feature of the bridge is the high fine support, whose outlines resemble the neck of the graceful swan. The height 'of the neck' is 139 meters. In the evening, the support is decorated with the impressive festive lighting. The longest drawbridge in the world has one more interesting feature - Erasmus Bridge is one of the finest and lightest bridges on earth. The bridge thickness is only two meters. …
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Madurodam
From the series “Famous Miniature Museums of Architectural Objects and Cities”
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Distance from Delft center - 12 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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Saudi Arabia to Open 38 Hotels in Diriyah
Diriyah is one of the first mega projects in Saudi Arabia. Hotels and other infrastructure will start opening next year, and all works are expected to end in 2026. The first 18 restaurants in Bujairi Terrace will start operating already in early 2022.
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10.12.2023
Diriyah is one of the first mega projects in Saudi Arabia. Hotels and other infrastructure will start opening next year, and all works are expected to end in 2026. The first 18 restaurants in Bujairi Terrace will start operating already in early 2022.

10.12.2023
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