Discover Leeuwarden
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Leeuwarden is a charming and quaint city located in the Netherlands. With its beautiful canals, medieval streets, and picturesque architecture, it's no wonder why Leeuwarden was named European Capital of Culture in 2018.
Start your visit to Leeuwarden at the Oldehove Tower - the crooked tower of Leeuwarden that rises from Market Square is an iconic image of this Dutch city. The nearby Fries Museum houses a vast collection of modern and contemporary art from past centuries as well as exhibits on Frisian culture. Make sure to pay a visit to Waagplein square for some shopping and sightseeing - here you can find many historical buildings like City Hall or the Old Court House.
For those who want to relax there are numerous parks around Leeuwarden such as Stadspark or Noorderplantsoen with lots of green areas and walking paths. If you're looking for gastronomic experience be sure to try out local delicacies - there are many restaurants scattered around town serving traditional Frisian dishes like 'Stampot' - mashed potatoes mixed with vegetables or 'Bokkepootjes' - sweet cookies filled with marshmallows. Finally, if you're up for some adventure take part in sailing competition on one of many nearby lakes!
Start your visit to Leeuwarden at the Oldehove Tower - the crooked tower of Leeuwarden that rises from Market Square is an iconic image of this Dutch city. The nearby Fries Museum houses a vast collection of modern and contemporary art from past centuries as well as exhibits on Frisian culture. Make sure to pay a visit to Waagplein square for some shopping and sightseeing - here you can find many historical buildings like City Hall or the Old Court House.
For those who want to relax there are numerous parks around Leeuwarden such as Stadspark or Noorderplantsoen with lots of green areas and walking paths. If you're looking for gastronomic experience be sure to try out local delicacies - there are many restaurants scattered around town serving traditional Frisian dishes like 'Stampot' - mashed potatoes mixed with vegetables or 'Bokkepootjes' - sweet cookies filled with marshmallows. Finally, if you're up for some adventure take part in sailing competition on one of many nearby lakes!
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