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Tours Around AmsterdamMaastricht
Maastricht 's old city centre offers a nice shopping area. It also features places that serve the sublime cuisine that the city is famous for. Wines from local vineyards complement the wonderful food. Maastricht is 215km (133 miles) from Amsterdam . Website: http://www.vvvmaastricht.nl/ International Court of JusticeThe International Court of Justice is located at the Peace Palace at The Hague . The first session was held in 1946, and it continues its role today as a place of arbitration in the interest of world peace. The building is also the home of the Permanent Court of Arbitration and The Hague Academy of International Law. There are four guided tours everyday. Hague is 57km (35 miles) from Amsterdam . Address: Carnegieplein 2; Telephone: (0)70 302 4242 Waterland Neeltje Jans
Address: Eiland Neeltje Jans, Faelweg 5 Royal Delftware FactoryThe trademark of Royal Delftware is its distinct blue and white pottery, influenced by Chinese porcelain brought back by merchants of the Dutch East India Company. Koninklijke Porceleyne Fles (the Royal Delftware Factory) is the only one of its kind still operating in Delft , and was first built in the 17 th century. The factory has a showroom and a museum, and offers painting workshops as well as demonstrations. Delft is 47km (30 miles) south of Amsterdam , near The Hague . |
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Right on the banks of the Maas River is Maastricht , the oldest city in the Netherlands . Since it is right on Holland 's southernmost point (between the borders of Germany and Belgium ), it is also one of the sunniest spots in the country. Paths through the ancient fortifications allow visitors to explore the western areas of the city. For a wonderful overview of the city's history, make sure to visit the Bonnefantenmuseum. Also a worthy stopover, the Basilica of St. Servatius dates back to medieval times. It houses an impressive collection of religious artefacts and is also the burial place of the first bishop of Holland . 
The Waterland Neeltje Jans is an impressive water park that showcases many delightful attractions for visitors of all ages. Start with a tour of the famous Delta Works, see the Delta Expo storm surge barrier, a hurricane simulator, and then visit the whale world exhibition. There is also a water playground that features a spectacular waterslide.