Going to Amsterdam

It's not at all surprising that Amsterdam is considered one of the best places to visit, because there is so much to see and learn. However, there are plenty of things to see outside the city as well, such as the annual cheese festival and the largest flower garden in the world. You can see it all when you visit Amsterdam. What's also nice is that the city has perfectly planned traffic, so it's easy for tourists to get around the city without any problems. And also for the more busy, you can arrange a trip of just a few days. So let's take a closer look at what Amsterdam offers us.

1. Euromast. A huge observation tower, 185 meters high, is located in Rotterdam. From its observation deck you have an amazing view of the city, and if you look closely, you can even see Belgium! The tower has two comfortable elevators, so you can get to the top very quickly. And for the thrill seekers there are special offers, such as rappelling down a rope. There is also a cozy restaurant at the top of the Euromast, where guests can enjoy a delicious candlelit dinner with a beautiful view. If you wish to meet the sunrise on the tower, the organizers have already taken care of everything, so you don't have to worry about that.

2. Alkmaar Cheese Market. The train ride from Amsterdam only takes forty minutes and takes you to cheese heaven, or to be more precise, to the famous Alkmaar market. Here you can find any kind of cheese. The history of the market is very long and goes back to 1593. From April to September, every Friday, the organizers arrange a costume festival for guests. And there are quite a few of them, about 100,000 a year. Don't miss the opportunity to buy the traditional Dutch cheeses Edamer and Gouda.

3. leyden. We continue to explore the surroundings. Leiden is a picturesque tree-lined canals along the banks, it's picturesque parks and old windmills. Tourists are invited to take a boat trip along the canal and enjoy the unforgettable scenery. There are also so many museums in Leiden, ranging from historical to Egyptian, and there is also a museum dedicated to the windmill. Do not forget to visit the Botanical Gardens with its oldest observatories. The city is also rich in beautiful 16th century architecture. Here is the church of St. Peter, which attracts a huge number of pilgrims.

4. Keukenhof Garden. A trip to Amsterdam is not complete without a visit to this magical garden, which is located near the city of Lisse. It is the largest flower garden in the world. Every year about 800,000 tourists come here to be pampered by the abundance of colors, and to feel the inexpressible aromas of flowers. The season starts in mid-March and lasts until May. So when planning a trip to Amsterdam, be sure to check out the Kekenhof Flower Garden!