Rotterdam - Netherlands

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Rotterdam is a bustling city and slender with the vast, towering skyscrapers, a burst of energy, a mix of modern and sometimes curious architecture. Do not miss for anything in the world to climb the Euromast, which offers a stunning view of the 100-meter-high city.

What to see

OUDE HAVEN NEIGHBORHOOD OF AND CUBIC HOUSES

If you have been thinking of making a trip to Holland, one of the reasons to visit Rotterdam is the high number of modern buildings and super revolutionaries from an architectural point of view. Examples are the very special "Cubic Houses" (Kijk-Kubus) designed by Dutchman Piet Blom in the seventies and today one of
Main attractions of the city. Houses in the form of a cube, but reversed, a little 'upside down, which can be visited and which is a must shoot from every possible angle and special. It is actually inhabited houses, and a museum there will explain the history and characteristics. They lie in the Oude Haven neighborhood (Old Port), just in front of the exit of Markthal. Unmissable!

SPIDO - ERASMUS BRIDGE

You can not miss a boat trip to ammirarae the city skyline and the ability to pass under the beautiful
Erasmus bridge. Right below dell'Erasmusburg feet Spido a very modern boat leaves every day the port and set sail for a tour through the channels to the discovery of the beautiful buildings in Rotterdam, the Rem Koolhass skyscrapers, Renzo Piano and Álvaro Siza, and grand harbor. 75 minutes duration of the full tour with audio guide on board in English and many other languages. If you want to peek through the most modern buildings in the city, see the De Rotterdam, pass in front of the Hotel New York and photograph the magnificent bridge from one angle, climb aboard!





MARKTHAL

The first covered market in the Netherlands was inaugurated October 1, 2014 and is one of the projects on which Rotterdam tip lot for tourism (there are from 4.5 to 7 million visitors each year). It is near the Blaak station and a short walk from the square where is held every week a beautiful open-air market in fruit and vegetables. The large complex that houses it was designed by the agency of MVRDV architects and designers, is structured over 11 floors will come to accept about 100 stalls and up to 228 apartments.
The entrance vaulted, glass and steel, is only the prelude to a colorful world, which will welcome you as soon as you cross the threshold. Small kiosks of typical products, but also cheese, dried fruit, and crisp white from the east, delicious cakes, proposals for vegans, wines and every little culinary delight succeed even imagine, you can buy it here. Head down, you will not regret.

LUCHTSINGEL BRIDGE

Inspired by the famous High Line in New York City, this all yellow bridge over Rotterdam is one of the most beautiful walks to do in the city. Of course you'll get great photos for your memory albums. It was built by the citizens of Rotterdam, on the basis of an urban regeneration project, which has effectively combined two parts of the city before not as well connected.
Entirely of wood, it was built with private contributions from 25 to 1,250 Euros. The donors' names appear on the individual pieces that make up the bridge. Hilarious!

Fotomuseum

There had already spoken, and with good reason! The Fotomuseum is one of the most beautiful museums of photography in the world, and the largest of the Netherlands. Is located within walking distance dall'Erasmus bridge, the river Meuse, and is one of the must see museums in Rotterdam. The exhibits are spread over several floors and on the lower floor you can trace the history of photography in an interactive way. The staff is friendly and will help you in choosing a souvenir to take home. The shop is well stocked and between photography books, prints and various gadgets, you're spoiled for choice!