It seems impossible that a country below sea level can exist. However, The Netherlands lies in the middle of a delta of three major rivers on land, mainly below sea level. So, how much of The...
Posts by Pim Tijburg
Delft Blue pottery is part of our Dutch cultural heritage, like windmills, wooden shoes, and Dutch cheese. However, Delft Blue is less known than these other Dutch icons. I regularly visit Delft and...
The canals are one of the most notable characteristics of Amsterdam and make Amsterdam a mesmerizing city. I lived in Amsterdam for many years and loved its canals. So, I dived into the history of...
Safety is paramount if you want to visit or live in a country. I live in The Netherlands and feel very safe here, but I understand that you might want to get a bit more insight into the Netherlands'...
Wooden shoes are a Dutch icon like tulips and windmills, but they are more peculiar. You may wonder why the Dutch were so fond of this type of footwear. So, I put on my own wooden shoes to learn more...
Delfshaven; The First Leg Of The Pilgrim’s Voyage To America
Delfshaven, a historic neighborhood in Rotterdam, Netherlands, holds great significance as it is closely associated with the Pilgrims' journey to America. In Delfshaven, the Pilgrims boarded the...
