| Page Views: 2,830 Last Visit to Haarlem: January, 2003 I Live Here | Haarlem, city of many faces by lvdpiet - last update: Oct 26, 2003 |
Haarlem,
Beautiful city in the province of Noord-Holland.
Earliest inhabitants already in the 13e century.
Not so big: approx. 150.000 inhabitants.
A lot of culture in buildings, f.i. this church built in the 15e century over a period of approx 100 years.
Capital of the province. Very good shopping, nice terraces and the most beautiful townsquare of Europe (we like to think)"De Grote markt". The other most beautiful square of Europe is surely the "Piazza del Campo" in Siena, Italy! (see the Florence pages). It can even compete with the Great Marketplace of Antwerp! (see the Antwerp pages)
It has everything: concerthall, theatre, museums on art and technology, 14 century townhall and so on.
Only 5 miles to the Northsea and the dunes.
If you would live there, you do'nt want to leave anymore ! My friend Alistair (he is a yordy) will confirm this!.
(picture: The market square and the Bavo church (former cathedral)) |
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KiKitC Tue Sep 5, 2006 11:35 UTC
Happy birthday, Leo. Thank you for the glimpse of life in such a quaint town. | Mariajoy Thu Aug 17, 2006 22:56 UTC
Hope I will visit this lovely city one day soon! Maria :) | keeweechic Sun Dec 4, 2005 09:08 UTC
'Hofjes'of Haarlem sounds a delightful area to visit. The old parts are always the best, great architecture and history. | L._A. Mon Sep 5, 2005 04:37 UTC
lovely pictures and great tips |
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