Visitors to the Netherlands are often surprised by just how many windmills and canals the country has \u2014 they’re almost everywhere! The windmills play an essential role in the Dutch irrigation system, a true necessity for a country that is often perilously close to flooding. See them at their best in the rural village of Kinderdijk. Its 19 windmills have been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. As well as exploring the windmills and the charming village, this is a great spot for hiking or cycling, and there are plenty of routes among its winding waterways.<\/p>\n
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