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Visiting Rotterdam, The Netherlands


Holland's most modern city began as a fishing village in the 13th century. It was developing into an industrial and trading power when German bombers destroyed the city centre and harbour in 1940. However, Rotterdam's unique architecture now brings many visitors to cycle around this urbane, cosmopolitan city. Old Dutch-style houses can still be found in historic Delfshaven, from where the pilgrims set sail in 1620. Cultural offerings ranging from the summer carnival to classical music can... more » Holland's most modern city began as a fishing village in the 13th century. It was developing into an industrial and trading power when German bombers destroyed the city centre and harbour in 1940. However, Rotterdam's unique architecture now brings many visitors to cycle around this urbane, cosmopolitan city. Old Dutch-style houses can still be found in historic Delfshaven, from where the pilgrims set sail in 1620. Cultural offerings ranging from the summer carnival to classical music can compete with those of Amsterdam. « less

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46 Things to Do

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The Westin Rotterdam

5 of 5 stars
amsterdam
8 Nov 2009

This is a really superb hotel. We really reccomend it. We stayed on the top floor (12 th) the room was gleeming. The bed was to die for. Everything was of ahigh standard ! It was so good one on...more

Best Western Pax Hotel

5 of 5 stars
San Diego
6 Nov 2009

First, it was handy to the train station. If arriving by trian this hotel is a quick trip on foot from the station. Go out the exit that is not toward the Centrum turn right down Proveniersplein and...more

The Westin Rotterdam

5 Nov 2009

This is a very good hotel. Found it very "american", but it did everything well. No issues at all. Nice room and good bathroom. Shame about all the building work going on around the hotel as they...more

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