We are staying in Rotterdam for a couple nights
and we took day trips via train ...
....to visit The Hague
which has been the Netherlands' seat of government since 1588.
The Parliament Complex / bldgs above.
We also wanted to see this Mauritshuis Gallery !!
A lovely mansion filled with Dutch Golden Age art...
Rembrandt, Rubens, Steen, Hals, Vermeer, Van Dyek 'n others.
Practically had it all alone ! What an experience !
Then we spent time in Delft, for a "smaller" town experience.
Delft's old town hall / above and ...
...the quaint canals make Delft a charming town to see.
of note: The new contemporary buildings in these last few cities are truly impressive !!!!! New construction everywhere with very unique structures.
Our Rotterdam hotel (above) is another great example.
 |
| This was our departure view from the dock/left side... The HAL original/vintage office bldg. is now a hotel. |
