5. Near the train station there is an excellent tourist information center. There you can specify the time and location of all cultural institutions and attractions, as well as purchase souvenirs. It’s worth noting the city doesn’t have lots of souvenir shops. 6. Budget travelers should pay attention to hotels located in the immediate vicinity of the railway station. They are popular among experienced …
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In the city, there is a very interesting religious monument, St. Catherine Church. The first church at its site was built in the 13th century. Already at that time, the citizens considered St. Catherine their main patron. Over the years of its existence, the temple had been repeatedly ruined during different military conflicts. It was last rebuilt at the beginning of the 16th century. The temple gained its present …
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Eindhoven is informally called the City of Light; this name is due to the important historical event which has radically changed the fate of the place. In 1891, Anton and Gerard Philips have opened there a small factory producing light bulbs; today the city is home to one of the largest electronic corporations. This important historical event associates with the major cultural event, the Festival of Light that …
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Tourists could find the most unusual dining places, including attractive restaurants of local cuisine in Eindhoven. In the heart of the city there is the exotic Popocatepetl restaurant specializing in Mexican food. Simple and elegant, it has won the recognition of customers because of attractive prices and a huge selection of treats. There is always very relaxed atmosphere in the restaurant; a vast part of its …
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Eindhoven is famous for an abundance of beautiful parks; those who prefer to devote time to hiking and cycling would enjoy the city. Families with children have to visit the local Best Zoo; spacious and well maintained, it is home to exotic animals. Camels and cheetahs, panthers and bobcats, peacocks and ostriches are inhabitants of this beautiful zoo. There is also a large aviary with a rich collection of parrots. …
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Fans of modern art certainly have to visit the Van Abbemuseum cultural complex situated in the incredibly beautiful skyscraper. In addition to an extensive collection of paintings, the center has a rich collection of photographs. Van Abbemuseum has become a regular venue for activities dedicated to contemporary art and culture. The Kempenland museum's collection is devoted to the history of the city; among its …
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Moving around in Netherlands - transportation
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Scooters can be an alternative option. They are also quite popular among the local population. However, you can’t drive them on highways, so this transport is permissible within the limits of one city. It’s worth to rent a car only if you decide to go to another locality, as it will be very inconvenient to ride this vehicle within one city. For example, in Amsterdam, there is a speed restriction of 50 kmph. Alternatively, you can rent small electric cars. In this case, the problem of traffic jams won’t be avoided, but you can save a lot. No toll fee is collected from e-cars, no insurance and parking is paid. You can use the services of a taxi. However, this mode of transport is expensive, so tourists don’t use it trying to save money.
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Economy roadmap of Netherlands
In the post-war period, the active development of the automobile industry began. The joint Volvo company created by Sweden and the Netherlands brings high dividends every year. A huge contribution to the economy of the country is made by the developed transportation system that occupies the 4th position in the world. Rotterdam is still considered the largest port in the world in terms of the cargo turnover; the largest oil refineries are located here. The loyal tax legislation allowed the development of land and sea freight turnover. The policy of the Netherlands is aimed at the world liberalization, and this has become an excellent aid for air cargo branch. The lion's share of all income from exported transport services is generated by air transport, which surpasses even navigation. The food industry is well-developed, especially the production of fermented milk products. Agriculture in the kingdom is growing actively, although it still contributes less in the overall economy.
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