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Must-see attractions in Giethoorn👍 👀- De Wieden National Park: Giethoorn is located in this park, a typical lowland landscape with vast wetlands, lush reeds, and crisscrossing waterways. Rent a boat and cruise along the winding rivers, encounter leisurely water birds, and enjoy the tranquility of nature. 👀- Unique Houses: Most houses in Giethoorn were built in the 18th century with thatched roofs, simple yet unique. Stroll along the riverbank and admire these well-preserved traditional buildings, as if traveling back in time. Food Recommendations🔥 👀Dutch Pancakes: This is a traditional Dutch delicacy with sweet and savory options, served with fresh fruit or bacon and cheese for a rich taste. Transportation Guide🔥 ✈️- Airplane: Arrive at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, then take a train to Steenwijk, and finally take a bus or taxi to Giethoorn. 🚅- Train: Take a train to Steenwijk station within the Netherlands, then transfer to bus No. 70 or take a taxi, about 20 minutes to Giethoorn. Accommodation Recommendations🌟 🉑- Giethoorn Hotel: Conveniently located with beautiful water views and cozy rooms. 🉑- Homestays: Experience local life. Many homestays offer bike rentals for easy village exploration.

| Ireland | Belgium | Netherlands 19-Day Travel Guide. UK | Ireland | Belgium | Netherlands 19-Day Travel Guide|||I've always wanted to travel to Europe. I've already visited the popular attractions in Western Europe, so this time I wanted to explore some different routes and experience a different European style. After carefully comparing no less than 10 itineraries online, I was finally deeply attracted by this 19-day itinerary to the UK, Ireland, the Netherlands, and Belgium. It includes the classic culture and historical sites of the UK, the romantic and mysterious corners of Ireland, the dreamy pastoral scenery of the Netherlands, and the quaint town charm of Belgium. I feel that this route will allow me to discover a lesser-known but wonderful side of Europe, so I chose it without hesitation! 🏰Must-visit attractions: UK: Tower Bridge, a landmark building, with Gothic-style twin towers standing on the River Thames, is super spectacular. Edinburgh Castle, a symbol of Scottish spirit, carries a rich history and is a magnificent building. Oxford University, a world-class university, with its ancient campus buildings and strong academic atmosphere, is fascinating. Ireland: Trinity College Library in Dublin, which houses the ancient Book of Kells, is beautifully decorated inside. Giant's Causeway, a natural wonder composed of hexagonal basalt columns, is like nature's magic. Titanic Belfast, where you can learn about the construction story of the Titanic. Netherlands: Giethoorn, the "Venice of the Netherlands," with its small bridges and flowing water, is like a fairy tale world. Keukenhof, the world's largest tulip park, is breathtakingly beautiful when the flowers bloom in spring. Zaanse Schans, with its windmills, is full of traditional Dutch charm. Belgium: Grand Place in Brussels, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is surrounded by exquisite buildings. Belfry of Ghent, where you can overlook the beautiful cityscape, is an important landmark of the city. Antwerp Central Station, with its unique architectural style. 🗺️Daily itinerary: D1: Shanghai D2: Shanghai - Manchester - Stratford -#UK#Town D3: UK Town - Bourton-on-the-Water - Bicester Village - Oxford D4: Oxford - Bath - Salisbury - Windsor - London D5: London D6: London - Seven Sisters Cliffs - Brighton - London D7: London - Cambridge -#UK#Town D8: UK Town - Bakewell - York D9: York - Windermere -#UK#Town D10: UK Town - Gretna Green - Edinburgh - Glasgow D11: Glasgow - Cairnryan - Belfast D12: Belfast - Dublin D13: Dublin - Amsterdam D14: Amsterdam - Giethoorn - Volendam - Amsterdam D15: Amsterdam - Keukenhof - The Hague - Rotterdam D16: Rotterdam - Bruges - Ghent D17: Ghent - Antwerp - Brussels D18: Brussels - Shanghai D19: Shanghai

The name "Geytenhorn" comes from the fact that people unearthed the horns of many wild goats that were damaged by floods in the area (a large number of wild goat horns that may have been left during the flood were found), so the area was named Geytenhorn, which is the dialect. Evolved into Giethoorn. In Dutch, horn also means "a protruding land corner in the water". Giethoorn is known for its unique waterway system and beautiful countryside. The buildings here mainly adopt the traditional Dutch style, with wooden structures, pointed roofs and colorful exterior walls forming the unique style of this water town. There are no roads here, with canals and boats as the main modes of transportation, and many houses are connected by boats or small bridges. Unique wooden bridges and houses surrounded by gardens create picturesque views over the water. Although it is called the "Venice of the North", unlike Venice, which is crowded with tourists, Giethoorn has always maintained a quiet lifestyle, like a paradise, existing without competition from the world. Take a boat ride through the village, Unconsciously slowing down, As if afraid of disturbing this rare tranquility, Everyone on the boat talked softly, Quietly admiring the beautiful scenery around you, Everything seemed to blend into God’s watercolor painting. The houses built along the coast have a unique flavor. Traditional Dutch chalet and farmhouse style, The roof is covered with golden reeds, Shining warmly under the sunlight. Come and encounter this fairyland-like beauty! First, we came to the world-famous Windmill Village. These ancient windmills stand quietly among the fields, seeming to tell a thousand years of history. In the gentle swaying of the windmill, we felt the harmony of nature. Then, we walked into the colorful wooden shoe village. Pairs of exquisite wooden shoes seemed to let us see the diligence and wisdom of the Dutch. In the museum in Amsterdam, we saw the Dutch painting art. The works of those masters are fascinating. In addition to history and culture, the natural beauty of the Netherlands is not to be missed. Imagine that we are taking a boat, shuttling between the canals, admiring the pastoral scenery, and enjoying the tranquility and peace. And those amazing canal bridges add a touch of color to this water town. Of course, you can’t miss the delicious Dutch food. We sampled local snacks such as sausages, cheese and chips, which gave us a unique taste of the Netherlands. As the sun set, we stood on the beach and looked at the Netherlands under the setting sun. Our hearts were filled with love and respect for this land. This is the Netherlands, a place full of wonders and surprises.

| Explore the Charming City. Amsterdam is a super charming place! 🎇 Once you arrive, you'll be captivated by its unique charm. The canals crisscross, and the houses on both sides are colorful, as beautiful as a fairy tale scene. 😎 Sitting on a small boat floating on the canal, enjoying the scenery along the way, is simply too pleasant. Amsterdam's museums are also a must-see. The Van Gogh Museum houses the master's masterpieces, immersing you in a sea of art. 🤩 There's also the Red Light District, which is a bit mysterious but also a unique side of the city. The streets are full of people riding bicycles, exuding a sense of vitality and freedom.

I stayed at a guesthouse in Naarden last night. The hostess was efficient and hospitable. Every time she spoke, she would follow with a hearty laugh, like the shadow of her words. The couple took care of the guesthouse, kitchen, and bar. Breakfast was a pleasant surprise, even the juice was freshly squeezed. There was a shallow fountain in front of the guesthouse. In the setting sun, a group of children jumped happily with the rising and falling water column, and their parents sat under the umbrella next to them for a drink. The dusk of the small town was extraordinarily warm. After breakfast, I went for a walk outside. The square and the streets were extremely quiet. The tables and chairs of the open-air restaurant were empty. Only the thin fountain rose and fell, making a crisp sound of water. Today is my Vermeer day. I rode to Delft early in the morning, put my luggage in the hotel, and rode lightly to The Hague to see Vermeer's "Girl with a Pearl Earring" at Mauritshuis. When I was in Amsterdam, my friend asked me what I was going to do in The Hague. I said to see Vermeer. He asked, just to see Vermeer? I said, yes, to see the "Girl with a Pearl Earring". He said, there are many beautiful girls in the Netherlands. A beautiful girl in the 17th century and an artist who was born out of time. Vermeer was forgotten for more than 200 years. When it was rediscovered at the end of the 19th century, there were not many paintings left. A buyer bought this painting for the equivalent of 24 pounds. During World War II, Vermeer's paintings were invaluable, There appeared painters who specifically forged Vermeer's works. People call the "Girl with a Pearl Earring" the "Mona Lisa of the North". An unknown Delft girl in the 17th century, wearing a Turkish turban, was painted by an unsuccessful painter in her lifetime, was buried for 200 years, and became the most well-known Dutch star in the world in the 20th and 21st centuries-anonymous star. A girl in a white skirt took a selfie in front of the painting for 20 minutes. Vermeer and Rembrandt are both painters of the Dutch Golden Age. Rembrandt was famous before and after his life, and Vermeer was in trouble in middle age and died at the age of 43. Mauritshuis has a collection of Rembrandt's masterpiece "The Anatomy Lesson", which is displayed in a conspicuous position, but the painting is deserted and there are few footsteps. There are constant crowds in front of the "Girl with a Pearl Earring". Some viewers stay for a long time and are reluctant to leave. In Amsterdam, I told my friends that it was the face and eyes of the Netherlands that fascinated the world. A group of Chinese children who were sketching sat by the pond behind the museum. The teacher was a female painter from China. Her husband was Dutch. He sat on the stone steps and drank soda. He could speak simple Chinese. When he spoke, he became English. After saying goodbye to them, I rode to the Peace Palace and the International Court of Justice. I didn't have the mood to go in. After lunch, I rode back to Delft and passed the cathedral. There was a bronze statue of Grotius in front of the door.