The history of sea-faring refuse and disaster is on cramped display in this Netherlands folk museum.

Rich with fauna and flora, nature-lovers can walk across the sea at this UNESCO World Heritage spot.

Some 80,000 Delft Blue tiles line the inside of this Amsterdam walkway.

The mirrored section takes the shape of Hebrew characters when viewed from above.

A beautifully eclectic mix of architectural styles.

This towering church is home to a world-famous organ and a treasure trove of medieval art.

Oldest Museum of the Netherlands is a true cabinet of curiosities.

This old KLM airplane cut into three parts was transformed into an eclectic airport gift shop.

An unassuming rod in the Netherlands was once the old standard unit of length for the entire Dutch empire.

A 'living museum' in Leiden, the oldest of its kind in the Netherlands.

Devious political maneuvering and four ancient, working telescopes are central to the world's second-oldest observatory.

A massive explosion that leveled hundreds of buildings in the city of Leiden is remembered by a waterside plaque.

The works of poetry's biggest names grace the walls of the city of Leiden, all carefully painted by hand.

This century-old street sign is a forgotten remnant of the old city.

A miniature city, once ruled by the Queen of the Netherlands.

The largest 19th century panorama in the world still in-situ.

A seven-century-old jail tells a not-so-pleasant history of crime and punishment.

The location of the world's first telescope demonstration.

“And the Lord said unto Johan, build for thee an ark for the end of the world is approaching.”

A bridge that has seen many reiterations over its lifetime.

The oldest statue in the Netherlands has survived relocation, bombardment, and burial.

These slanted cubic abodes are a creative if odd solution to a zoning pickle.

This small museum located under the famous cube houses, is home to some 30,000 chess pieces.

Old ships and machinery fill a historic harbor in the city that's home to Europe's largest port.