DK Eyewitness Travel The Netherlands

Whether you are planning to visit a city, a region or a country, DK's foolproof 'Eyewitness' approach makes learning about a place a pleasure in itself. All the traditional guidebook subject matter is covered-descriptions of sights, opening times, hotels, restaurants, shopping, entertainment, phrase books etc- but, with the help of specially commissioned illustrations and maps, DK makes essential information easy to access and quick to absorb. No other guides explain the history of a place as clearly in words and pictures. DK Eyewitness Travel Guides-the best guides ever created.

This beautifully illustrated Eyewitness guide shows the Netherlands as the land of contrasts that it is, from the Frisian Islands in the north to Zeeland in the south, with fine sandy beaches, picturesque villages and vibrant towns. Amsterdam is one of Europe's great cities of art, and the 3-D aerial views are the perfect aid to exploring the city's canals and squares, while cutaways and floor plans ensure you don't miss anything in the major museums and churches. The guide also provides a wide-ranging selection of restaurants, shops and nightlife venues. Whether your interests lie in cycling the remarkably flat countryside, seeing Delft porcelain being made, or visiting the tulip fields or flower markets, this guide will help you to get the most our of your trip to the Netherlands.