Golden Dex
The Netherlands is best known for its windmills. Kinderdijk Windmill Village, built in the 18th century, is a cluster of 19 windmills located near Rotterdam, which has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. The windmills have preserved their original appearance, and the decorations and displays in the windmill museum still reflect the daily life of the Dutch people. Walking along the paths in the windmill village on a clear day, accompanied by a gentle breeze brushing over the river and reeds, the scenery is absolutely breathtaking!
European Tower
The tower, constructed for the World Horticultural Exposition, has now been designated as a national historical site and was once the tallest building in Rotterdam. The European Mast has an observation tower where visitors can climb to the top and overlook the entire city of Rotterdam. The tower also houses a revolving restaurant, providing diners with a unique perspective on the city's scenery.
Erasmus Bridge
Erasmus Bridge was built in 1996 and named after the famous Dutch scholar Erasmus. It has a total length of 802 meters and a tower height of 139 meters. Because the bridge's white support structure resembles a swan with its head raised, it is also known as the "Swan Bridge." The bridge spans the Nieuwe Maas River, connecting the north and south areas of Rotterdam, and has become one of the iconic buildings of Rotterdam. From the bridge, you can also see another Rotterdam landmark, the "Red Bridge."
Cuboid house
Cube Houses were designed and built by architect Piet Blom. They are a collection of buildings that represent a village, with each cube house symbolizing a tree, forming a forest in the city of Rotterdam. There are a total of 38 rooms in the three-dimensional cube houses, each tilted at a 45-degree angle and combining gray and yellow colors. In the past, they were used for normal residential purposes, but now they are open to tourists and also provide accommodations. The entire building does not have vertical walls, so be careful not to bump your head when visiting!
The arched indoor market located in the center of Rotterdam opened in 2014, just a minute's walk from the Cube Houses. It is a representative building combining market and residential areas. The most distinctive feature is the ceiling of the entire arched building, depicting a variety of vegetables, fruits, and flowers in colorful colors. In addition to the arched market, the rest of the building is residential housing for the citizens, including an underground parking lot. The market gathers specialty food shops from all over the world, where you can not only indulge yourself but also buy satisfying souvenirs.
