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Imagine a symphony of Holland's 7 million finest flower bulbs blooming in unison. Now add swans floating on a lake, a whirling windmill and meandering streams. You have entered Keukenhof gardens. Here the Dutch bulb industry showcases its best flowers. The tulip, which symbolizes The Netherlands, takes the spotlight.
Originating as a wild flower in Turkey over 500 years ago, tulips were brought to The Netherlands and took root. Dutch tulips inspire gardeners around the world and stay popular in bouquets. Today over 3,000 named varieties of tulips exist.
Visiting Keukenhof evokes passion for tulips. It helps us understand why the hype around this flower in the 1600's caused economic insanity that inspired exciting books. Royalty, presidents and each year 700,000 other visitors pay tribute to Keukenhof, one of Holland's most visited attractions.
Continue on this tour of Keukenhof to also read:
- Aalsmeer Flower Auction, the World's Largest
- Tulip Mania in the 1600's
- Keukenhof's History
- Keukenhof Sightseeing Schedule and Directions
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