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Friday, 29 March 2019

[NETHERLANDS] Rotterdam - Erasmusbrug


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The Erasmus Bridge is the icon of Rotterdam. The bridge was designed by Ben van Berkel (1996) and because of its specific form was nicknamed “The Swan”.

Thursday, 21 March 2019

[NETHERLANDS] Rotterdam - A Scenic Day Trip to Kinderdijk Windmills


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Kinderdijk is located 15km east of Rotterdam. It has been a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1997. The ingenious system of windmills and pumping stations has been keeping the soil dry here for nearly a thousand years now.


Thursday, 14 March 2019

[NETHERLANDS] Rotterdam - Markthal Indoor Market


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Opposite the cube houses, you’ll find the giant ‘Markthal’ (Market Hall). The combination of food and luxury housing makes it the first of its kind. The spectacular bow of colour and shapes sprawling across the ceiling is better known as the Sixtine Chapel of Rotterdam.

Thursday, 7 March 2019

[NETHERLANDS] Rotterdam - the Cube House (Kijik Kubus)


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The cube house, also called pole house or tree house, is designed by Dutch architect, Piet Blom. This bright yellow building is one of the most iconic buildings and architecture in Rotterdam.