The 10 Best Points of Interest & Landmarks in Delft, South Holland Province

Doelenplein is a square located in the medieval centre of Delft. In summer the square is used as a terrace for the nearby eateries. It is the most intimate square of Delft, especially when the sun shines through the huge platan trees. In the middle of the square you will also find one of the most impressive form of ceramic art. Wan Li Ya has created "A National Treasure", a work of art in the form of a 5 meter high lamp, inspired by a true story. In 2002, a rare ancient Chinese vase auctioned and sold for $ 5.3 million. This vase was decades in possession of a family, but they did not know the great historical value and had used it just as lamp base. A national treasure was thus transformed into a tool.Since 1996 the Filmhuis Lumen located on the square, a cinema which mainly emits art films. We also find Hotel De Plataan, located in an old telecommunication building since 1994. In the former Doelencafé LEF Restaurant & Bar is now located with the atmosphere as is found in the real French brasserie.

De Candelaer is a small factory in the centre of Delft which still produces her own pottery, everything is still painted by hand. Besides the traditional blue and polychrome, we also produce one of a kind modern styled delftware. De Candelaer has started in 1975 by Jan and Ineke Stillebroer and now owned by Steffan Delfos, he is a fourth generation potter with 39 years of experience in his trade. He is responsible for the production of the pottery, glazing and firing of the delftware. Anna is a master painter and has a painting experience for almost 50 years Each article is entirely handpainted and has initials from the painter and the potter and the code for the year of production. all items are produced in our factory and they come with two certificates. One from the factory and one from the Chamber of Commerce Delft, they give you the guarantee that each item is produced and painted in our factory in Delft.