The beautiful church was built over five hundred years ago and its premises store many interesting religious artifacts. The walls of the church are decorated with beautiful frescoes, which are the result of work of the 13th century masters. The main hall of the church has become home to a huge baroque organ, the largest one in Northern Europe. Museum Groninger is one of the most noteworthy cultural institutions of …
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If you'd rather prefer to watch some latest movies, feel free to go to the best suitable places - namely, to Groninger Forum or Kinepolis. If there is a desire to enjoy theater productions or opera, many people go to the Grand Theater. Here is another place where interesting performances often take place, and its name is De Oosterpoort. Football fans prefer to watch their favorite game at Noordlease Stadion where …
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The basis of the menu of Le Marronnier up restaurant is represented by French cuisine. The dining facility offers a rich selection of wine, which is delivered from various French provinces. There are also restaurants dedicated to Thai cuisine in the city. Thai Jasmine is probably the most popular one. The restaurant’s hall is decorated with unique national decor items. This is a great place to relax after a …
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November 11, the day of St. Martin, and December 6 – the day of St. Nicholas are no less popular holidays. These celebrations are always accompanied by colorful festivals, fairs and street performances. Special food is, without a doubt, an important attribute of holidays. You can try it in numerous outdoor cafes. During the days of celebrations you can easily find noisy processions of mummers who sing songs and …
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In the immediate vicinity of Groningen, there is a unique historical monument – Fort Bourtange. This majestic fortress was founded in 1593 and has a very unusual architectural form. The fort is built in the form of a star. Today, it houses an interesting historical museum. Several years ago, a major reconstruction of the fort was completed, during which not only the old buildings were rebuilt, but also the …
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Among hostels, there exist a few that are quite bright and attractive, such as the Simplon Jongerenhotel. In her dormitory rooms, colorful hand-made paintings adorn the walls and ceilings, while in individual rooms, the main interior decorations are colorful fabrics and original paintings. The hotel’s furniture and decorations made of natural wood give the rooms a more natural and pleasant feel. There is too …
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Moving around in Netherlands - transportation
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The infrastructure of public transport in the country is developed at the top level. Buses, trams and trolleybuses are very popular among tourists. Trains or ferries are often used as intercity transport. Transport in the city always runs on time. The biggest problem may be the choice of the option to pay for trip. Tickets can be bought from drivers or conductors, but it’s better to do that in advance, so you can save. Tickets are sold at any newsstand. The whole territory of the country is divided into several zones. Each ticket allows to take transport within the paid zone without any limit. Tourists rarely use subway, since underground branches often bypass the most visited public and cultural centers of cities. In general, there should not be any problems with transport in the Netherlands.
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Economy roadmap of Netherlands
Industry in the country is at the top level. The products are upscale and competitive. The first place is occupied by oil and gas producing assets, followed by the chemical industry, metallurgy, metalworking, electrical engineering, and the manufacturing sector. The power industry is recognized as one of the most important branches of the country's economy. The main mass of electricity is produced by thermal stations. There are only two nuclear facilities in the country. Petroleum products make a quarter of Dutch imports. The ferrous metallurgy of the country is well-developed. Mechanical engineering is up to par. Products of electrical, textile, construction, oil and chemical industries are in demand not only at home, but also abroad. Much attention is focused on the development of transport and machinery for the agricultural sector. The products of Philips corporation are in great demand all over the world. The shipping industry is constantly developing and modernizing itself.
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