REVIEW: The Rough Guide to the Netherlands
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This compact, but remarkably varied country offers myriad attractions, from its historic and innovative capital to the charming villages of the south and the pristine woods and sand dunes of its national parks. Whether you want to immerse yourself in the unrivalled art collections of the Rijksmuseum and the Van Gogh Museum, explore Delft’s pretty canals and historic streets or admire the sculptures in Hoge Veluwe National Park, sample its laid-back cafe culture or enjoy a stroll through the kaleidoscopic Keykenhof gardens, this fully updated Rough Guide tells you all you need to know and will show you the perfect places to explore, sleep, eat, drink and shop along the way.
Top 10
1. Amserdam Noord and the eastern Docklands
2. Indonesian Food
3. Cycling
4. Giethoorn
5. Texel
6. Den Haag the Hague
7. Rijksmuseum
8. Maastricht
9. Keukenhof Gardens
10. Hoge Veluwe National Park
Inside the Rough Guide to the Netherlands:
-Detailed regional coverage: provides in-depth practical information for every step of every kind of trip, from intrepid off-the-beaten-track adventures, to chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas. Regions covered include: Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Zuid-Hollandand Utrecht, the north and the Frisian Islands, the eastern Netherlands, and the south and Zeeland.
-Honest independent reviews: written with Rough Guides’ trademark blend of humour, honesty and expertise, and recommendations you can truly trust, our writers will help you get the most from your trip to the Netherlands.
-Meticulous mapping: always full colour, with clear numbered, colour-coded keys. Navigate Zuid-Holland, the eastern Netherlands and many more locations without needing to get online.
-Fabulous full-colour photography: features a richness of inspirational colour photography, including picturesque Overijssel and the striking urban landscape of Amsterdam Noord.
Things not to miss: Rough Guides’ rundown of Amsterdam, the Hague, Haarlem and the Frisian Islands’ best sights and top experiences.
-Itineraries: carefully planned routes will help you organise your trip, and inspire and inform your on-the-road experiences.
Basics section: packed with essential pre-departure information including getting there, getting around, accommodation, food and drink, health, the media, festivals, sports and outdoor activities, culture and etiquette, shopping and more.
Background information: comprehensive Contexts chapter provides fascinating insights into the Netherlands, with coverage of history, religion, ethnic groups, environment, wildlife and books, plus a handy language section and glossary.
Authors: Martin Dunford, Magdalena Helsztynska
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