Leeuwarden is a town in Holland. It is also the administrative center of Friesland province. The population of the town estimated 88.7 thousands of people in 1970.
Leeuwarden is an important crossing of railway lines and channels. In this place are well-developed such industries as metal processing and food (mostly milk) industry. In Leeuwarden is also located the University of Economy and Technology.
Leeuwarden is an important crossing of railway lines and channels. In this place are well-developed such industries as metal processing and food (mostly milk) industry. In Leeuwarden is also located the University of Economy and Technology.
Leeuwarden is the capital of the province of Friesland, so in addition to traditional Dutch food, you can also try original Friesian dishes in local restaurants. Such include a variety of … Open
In 1954 in the town was installed the monument devoted to a cow. The foundation of the monument has a craving that is translated as “Our mother” – a short and clear definition of the approach to this animal in Leeuwarden. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
Leeuwarden Residents are known for cherishing their traditions, hard work and an indifferent attitude to modern cultural trends. In 2018, the city was declared the cultural capital of … Open
In the city, the building of the old town hall was preserved. Its construction began in 1715 by a talented local carpenter named Klas Bokes Balk. Now the Town Hall is a fairly large and complex architectural center. For hundreds of years of its existence, several additional housings have been completed. A distinctive feature of the historic building is large windows, due to which it looks less strict and formal than it could.
In the very heart of the city is one of its main historical symbols - the “falling” De Oldehove Tower. The erection of the church tower began in the first half of the 16th century. Now … Open
An interesting feature of Leeuwarden is the diversity of unusual monuments. With each of them, there is bound to be an interesting story. The search for such monuments often turns into a fascinating quest for tourists. On the market square, you can see the monument to Het Friese Paard, which was opened in 1981 and is dedicated to the Friesian horse. Nearby is the monument to De Karnster, which depicts a woman whipping butter. The opening of this monument took place in 1979. It reminds locals and guests of the city that in the 16th century, oil was the main product that was weighed in the nearby Chamber of Commerce. Not far from the channel Korfmakerspijp, you can find a monument to the famous dancer-spy Mata Hari, whose home is the city of Leeuwarden.
Leeuwarden offers its guests excellent conditions for an active, exciting vacation. Within the city, you will find numerous entertainment centers to suit every taste, and out of it, there … Open