Agree, wherever you go, there will always be places that will certainly be on your lists of compulsory attractions . Perhaps the Netherlands is indisputable the leader taking the first positions of such tourist lists is the Keukenkof National Park . This fabulous park and flower kingdom stretching over an area of 32 hectares in the region of tulips, or rather in the vicinity of the town of Lisse, between Amsterdam and The Hague, has long they called "C house of Europe ". Obviously, such a rank Keukenhof deservedly received for its unique bright beauty and undeniable majesty .
In the seasonal influx of lovers of beauty there is nothing surprising - people want to see the spring kekenhof . From April to May Keukenhof is so beautiful that it is even difficult to describe it in words . Here, where, where, and here the proverb "it is better to see once than hear a hundred times" the most that is not a place . Imagine only ... You are surrounded on all sides by tulips, sakura, freesia, hyacinths, lilies, orchids, daffodils . All of them are collected in unique, reflecting modern fashion trends, compositions . And the number of these stops (this is the number of bulbs planted by Keukenhof gardeners annually) . The beauty is extraordinary . Know, after visiting Keukenhof, you risk becoming a flower gourmet .
Quite legitimate question: why is Keukenhof often called "The Park of Tulips ", Since it does not only grow these flowers? Quite a legitimate answer: firstly, the tulips in Keukenhof occupy an honorable first place in the number of planted units - 4.5 million tulips of one hundred different species, and secondly, Keukenhof is located in the so-called tulip region, and thirdly, the tulip as -No, it is a symbol of the Netherlands
How to get and where to buy tickets to the park
park Address: Stationsweg, 166a, 2161 AM Lisse, Holland;. Tel. +31 (0) 252 465 555.
From Amsterdam and Rotterdam can be reached by the machine on the track in a direction A4 to Exit Hague 4 further convention and following pointer «№ 207-Lisse». You can also drive to Keukenhof from The Hague on the A44 motorway to Exit 3 Noordwijkerhout / Lisse exit, then take "No. 208" to Lisse.
If you prefer public transport, then from all cities, take the train to Leiden Centraal (Central Station Leiden) . Take a ticket dagretour, which means round trip, for 14 EUR . Keep in mind that by default you will be sold a ticket to the 2nd class, so look for the door of the car with the number 2 . Tickets composted it is not necessary for you, it will make the controller, which will be included in the car while the train ticket . do not throw away, and n lose, on it you have a way back . When the train arrives in Leiden, you will need to pass to the station square where the buses to Kekenhof stop . At the ticket office take the dagretour ticket for 18 EUR (combined) to bus 54 (Keukenhof Express ), the price includes a ticket to the park . By the way, visiting the park for such a ticket is cheaper .
Please note that excursion buses with professional guides are sent from the center of Amsterdam to Keukenhof. Also on March 22, 2012 from Amsterdam, Schiphol and The Hague you can get to Keukenhof by direct shuttle buses. Moreover, taking into account the fact that international trains from Paris, Berlin and Brussels stop at Schiphol station, the opportunities for tourists to visit Keukenhof are almost unlimited. Bus 58 to Keukenhof departs from Schiphol every 15 minutes
If you still prefer to buy a ticket at the ticket office of the park, it will cost 14, 50 EUR for adults, 7 EUR for children 4-11 years old. For children under 4 years old, admission is free. By the way, the ticket office is open until 6:00 pm, and the Keukenhof park itself is open from 8:00 am to 7:30 pm. Also tickets can be purchased online at www.keukenhof.nl
Walking around Keukenhof
There is nothing strange in that many visitors, enjoying the views created by the tandem of nature and man, sometimes do not notice how the light day is coming to an end. Yes, you can walk around Keukenhof for hours on end. And do not believe the one who says that you have two hours to get acquainted with the park.
Keukenhof is all cut up by tracks, the total length of which is 15 km . Along the park avenues are arranged sculptures, by the way, among them you can see sculptures of the Russian master Alexandra Taratynsky . Walking Fame from the Oranje Nassau pavilion, you will reach the largest pavilion of Willem-Alexander, which, incidentally, is lead by all other paths in the central part of Keukenhof . And here, if you will move from the entrance of Oranje Nassau right along the canal, then Pts take a look at the beautiful fountain . The third pavilion of the Beatrix is the personal pavilion of the Queen of the Netherlands, orchids are represented, and every year under the leadership of the ruler there are exhibitions . "Royal" pavilion is located in the northernmost part of the park, near the mill .
@ An ancient high mill, built in 1892 in the province of Groeningen and transferred from there to Keukenhof in 1957, serves as an observation deck. From it you can admire the magnificent tulip fields of Keukenhof. From the mill, it's easy to go to a pet farm, which is definitely worth a visit.
And the gardens? Ah, these amazing gardens: Natural, Historical, Musical - they all give the sensation of some kind of paradoxical "man-made naturalness." Be sure to stroll through these inimitable gardens. By the way, there are so-called Inspiration Gardens in Keukenhof where you can dig in the earth.
By the way, what the park does not lack, except for flowers, of course, so it is in the water . Keukenhof is rich in canals, fountains and ponds, in which swim the beautiful swans . There are more than 40 bridges in the park, and I must say that they get excellent photographs . Also, what is especially pleasant, you can make a boat trip with an electric motor . Such a motor does not pollute the environment at all and does not produce a strong noise, so that a water walk along the Keukenh Ofu - occupation is absolutely comfortable and, of course, pleasant . The only nuance, landing on the boat is not provided for people with disabilities .
Shopping and souvenirs
It is worth noting that various bazaars, festivals, parades are constantly held in Keukenhof ... If you are lucky enough to get to the Parade of Flowers Bloemen Corso in the twentieth of April, or, as it is called, Flower train "Spring Face", then be ready to traffic jams on the entrance to Keukenhof and to monsters th pandemonium in the park. However, it's worth it: the procession of platforms with live floral compositions - the spectacle is exciting. By the way, the places from which a bright procession is visible, it is better to borrow in advance.
In general, Keukenhof is already in full swing with spring and is happy to meet you. Going to the Netherlands from March to May, remember, you do not have the right to return home without a stunning photo on the background of the stupefying treasures of Keukenhof. Believe me, this photo will linger on your desktop for at least a year. By the way, according to Kodak's statistics, Keukenhof is the most photographed place on the planet.
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Is it true whether the keukenhof roots originate from the kitchen?
Every legendary place on our planet has a rich history. Keukenhof is no exception. Once the lands of the present National Park served as a hunting ground for the county family of Bayern, as well as a place for gathering seasonings for the kitchen of the castle Slot Teylingen. Hence the name "Keukenhof", which translates into Russian sounds like a "kitchen garden."
About two centuries ago the famous landscape architect Jan David Zocher, the one that designed the Vondelpark in Amsterdam, was invited to create a garden design around the castle. Today the basis of the modern Keukenhof is the concept of the park created by Zoher in the 19th century
In 1949, Mr. Lamboy, who was then the mayor of Lisse, and ten leading producers and sellers of bulbs, launched an initiative for an open flower exhibition in the Keukenhof estate. Since then, the exhibition is held annually. Over the period of the exhibition's existence, over 45 million people visited it.
Park infrastructure: something else besides fun
For those who came to Keukenhof by car, parking parking is available, including 2 parking areas. Car parking will cost you 6 EUR
At the car park you will notice a place where you can rent a bicycle . Take your time: if you came to inspect the park itself, you will not need a bicycle . In Keukenhof cycling, park The territory is exclusively for pedestrians . Who then rents bicycles? - ask you . We will answer: on this two-wheeled transport popular in Holland it is possible to travel around the neighborhood of Keukenhof, admire the tulip fields and get a lot of unforgettable impressions . Rent will be great at 8, 50 EUR (the price includes a bike path plan and 6 itineraries - from 5 to 40 km) . Attention, the rental payment is possible only in cash . If you have your own bicycle, the bike path plan can be purchased separately for 1, 50 EUR .
Keukenhof offers a one-hour boat trip through the canals. Believe on the word, photos taken during the water trip, they turn out astounding. The ticket can be purchased in the park near the mill. Reservations are not provided. Keep in mind that in bad weather, sightseeing flights can be canceled.
Eat, drink, go to the toilet, scroll around at the information desk, look into the bookstore, frolic at the playground - with this in Keukenhof there will be no problems . All worldly pleasures are presented in pavilions and in separate buildings . Chew "tulips" or "lilies" (it is worth noting that the menu of local institutions is perfectly associated with flowers) can be in any of the numerous restaurants, cafes and tea houses scattered throughout the park . You can buy souvenirs and flower bulbs in shops . Believe me, the temptation to buy everything and immediately is very great . In addition, in Keukenhof you can even order a parcel with bulbs of your favorite plants, in a year it will be delivered to you straight home . Do not overdo it, and then have to spend the next summer at the cottage, watering the Dutch tulips . For children in the territory of Keukenhof there is a wonderful mini-park Bollebozen with labyrinths and a lawn for games . By the way, a pleasant moment for the dogs: the entrance to the park with dogs on a leash allowed, albeit in the pavilion s and caterers of your four-legged friend will not be allowed . Attention, the park is equipped for people with disabilities . Wheelchairs can be rented for free .
By the way, there is a permanent exposition of royal hats in Keukenhof. Dare to translate for a few minutes your attention from the blooming beauty to this "hat" exhibition. If you believe the reviews, it's worth it. Well, if you have free time, you can even take part in the photo seminar.
Nice flower tour, gentlemen tourists.