Lonely Planet's Top Experiences and Sights in the Netherlands: North Holland & Flevoland

The quintessentially Dutch province of Noord-Holland (North Holland) wraps around Amsterdam like a crown. Less than 20km west of Amsterdam, but entirely its own city, elegant Haarlem is the region's capital and a charming example of 17th-century grandeur. Canals traverse its centre, while wide, sandy beaches fringe its western edge. Its lively capital, Haarlem, aside, this province has enough historic towns and attractions to fill a week or more of touring.
Flevoland, the Netherlands' 12th and youngest province, is a masterpiece of Dutch hydroengineering. From 1927 to 1932 an ambitious scheme went ahead to reclaim more than 1400 sq km of land – an idea mooted as far back as the 17th century.
These are the top experiences and sights in North Holland & Flevoland, according to Lonely Planet.

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