As the administrative and royal capital of the Netherlands and its seat of government, The Hague is one of the most notable cities in the country. With a history that stretches back to the 13th century, The Hague is full of notable monuments that celebrate this history as well as the culture of the entire […]
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The Stork Becomes an Official and Unofficial Icon of The Hague
The coat of arms of The Hague in the Netherlands prominently features a stork but that is far from the only place imagery associated with them can be seen across the city. In becoming both an official and unofficial icon of The Hague, the stork has become a symbol of connection and engagement that means […]
The Independence Monument on Plein 1813 in The Hague Commemorates an Essential Piece of Netherlands History
Plein 1813 is a square in The Hague that houses the Independence Monument, which commemorates the Dutch victory over Napoleon in 1813 that directly led to the foundation of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. Representing the end of the French era in the Netherlands, the landmark symbolizes a legacy for the city and the entire […]
Monumentous World: The Obscure and Outstanding Monuments in Rotterdam, the Netherlands
Rotterdam in the Netherlands is Europe’s largest seaport, but with a history that goes back to the 13th century, the culture that can be experienced in the large monuments and landmarks located throughout the city spans multiple eras. However, there are numerous landmarks and sculptures of all sizes that celebrate the legacy of Rotterdam and […]
The Rotterdam Sculpture Terrace Fulfills a Vision for Culture and Connection
Residing on the bank of the Westersingel canal that runs through Rotterdam in the Netherlands, the Rotterdam Sculpture Terrace features a variety of sculptures from artists across the 20th century. Celebrating the distinct identities of multiple regions and eras, the landmark fulfills a vision of creativity and culture that has transformed what might otherwise be […]
Monumentous World: The Obscure and Outstanding Monuments in Utrecht, the Netherlands
Located near the very center of the Netherlands, Utrecht is the fourth largest city in the country. Functioning as the most important city in the Netherlands for centuries, the city has an incredible history that is celebrated with large structures and monuments. However, various landmarks of incredible significance can be found across the city. Jan […]
Art on the Croeselaan Transforms an Ordinary Road into an Amazing Experience
Art on the Croeselaan in Utrecht, the Netherlands, houses sculptures from the collection of the municipality and the Rabo Art Collection. These features drove and helped to enable the overall transformation of the space, highlighting what it can mean for monuments to enable positive change that impacts the present and future of an entire area. […]