Location: Stadsdriehoek
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The 10 Best Sights & Landmarks in Stadsdriehoek, South Holland Province
Holland's most modern city began as a fishing village in the 13th century. It was developing into an industrial and trading power when German bombers destroyed the city center and harbor in 1940. However, Rotterdam's unique architecture now brings many visitors to bike around this urbane, cosmopolitan city. Old Dutch-style houses can still be found in historic Delfshaven, from where the pilgrims set sail in 1620. Cultural offerings from summer's carnival to classical music give Amsterdam competition.
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1. Marines Memorial Rotterdam
2. The Destroyed City
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 246 reviews
Reviewed By Robert937 - Rotterdam, The Netherlands
The reason why this 1953 statue and its sculptor Ossip Zadkine is so well appreciated by the people of Rotterdam is it captures exactly the feelings of the people after the Nazi bombing of the heart of the city in 1940. Powerlessness and desperation about the bombs and the devastation they caused. They took our heart away. The boy from Smolensk (Belarus) who became French citizen Zadkine never experienced bombings as he escaped to the USA in time in 1941, but still his strong sense of empathy helped him to create the sculpture. His style is clearly influenced by cubism and he may also have been inspired by Picasso's 1937 painting of Guernica, another testament to Nazi cruelty.
3. Witte Huis
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4.0 based on 200 reviews
Rotterdam's White House (Witte Huis) was the tallest office-building in Europe when it was built in 1898, and one of the few buildings in the center of town that survived the bombing raid on May 14,1940 during World War II.
Reviewed By fplalgo - Rotterdam, The Netherlands
The highest office building in Europe for many decades, Witte Huis is a symbol of the old Rotterdam, being one of the very few major buildings to have survived the WW2 bombing. It is located in the Old Harbour (Oude Haven) and it's an absolute must-see, because it is way more impressive in reality than in the photos. Unfortunately you can't go in, because it is an office building, but you can enjoy a beer or a snack at the cafe at the base of the building.
4. Grote of Sint-Laurenskerk
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4.0 based on 333 reviews
Reviewed By paulavT7268NC
The Sint Laurenskerk is from the Middle Ages. From April to October free (give a small donation) organ concert every Tuesday. Concert starts at 12.45 pm ends at 1.30 pm. The organ is huge and the sound is fantastic. Before you visit the church take a stroll on the market (Tuesdays and Saturdays)on The Grote Kerk Plein.
5. Old Harbour
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4.0 based on 976 reviews
The 'Old Harbour' is the historical hotspot of the Rotterdam city centre, developed itself into a vibrant city area at the north of the Maas river.
Reviewed By S6758VDmikek - Thessaloniki, Greece
Day or night it is the place you must go.Nice restaurants and bars you to another age.Great history and a perfect place for taking pictures.
6. Willemsbrug
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4.0 based on 77 reviews
Reviewed By Tazlimastyle
It's beautiful to see, picture perfect spot. Summer time is great for a walk or grab a bike. Easy city to get around. A great place to chill.
7. The Red Apple
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4.0 based on 66 reviews
Reviewed By acd007 - Rixensart, Belgium
This impressive modern building is situated next to Blaak and nearby the Ibis Hotel. If you go to Blaak and the markthal, make sure to detour over there, it's a nice peaceful walk on the little canals.
8. City Hall Rotterdam
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 303 reviews
Reviewed By arouat - Villejuif, France
A huge building with a magnificent architecture. We passed by it during the day when we were walking, then we came back at night... It was magnificent with the Xmas decoration and all the lights :-)
9. Meent
10. Beurs - World Trade Center
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 108 reviews
