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Small train
Small train
Small train
Windmills still are the stereotypical essence of Holland. De Herder (the Shepard) was rebuild in 1989, but there has been a windmill around here since at least 1560. It is in working order (grain) and is now operated by volunteers. 

Do note the cyclist on the bike path. Also in the top 10 of 'what is Holland'.
Not your average gable stone..These four orphans are from the local orphanage, which was founded in 1575 (the gate itself is from 1785) and closed down in 1919. 

One can discover these stones and statues throughout Holland, mostly in older towns. In the pre-zipe code era, naming buildings was not just for inns (the golden lion...), but also for normal houses. You can still find them in rural areas. They would certainly become modern suburbia as well. 

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gable_stone https://www.flickr.com/photos/vvag/
Amrâth Hotel Alkmaar

Amrâth Hotel Alkmaar

4 out of 5
Geestersingel 15 Alkmaar
The price is P5,436 per night from Mar 15 to Mar 16
P5,436
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Van der Valk Hotel Volendam

Van der Valk Hotel Volendam

3.5 out of 5
Wagenweg 1 Katwoude
The price is P6,974 per night from Mar 15 to Mar 16
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P8,943 total
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Hotel Spaander, BW Signature Collection

Hotel Spaander, BW Signature Collection

4 out of 5
Haven 15-19 Volendam North Holland
The price is P5,517 per night from Mar 25 to Mar 26
P5,517
P7,311 total
Mar 25 - Mar 26
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Grapèlli Boutique Hotel

Grapèlli Boutique Hotel

3 out of 5
4 Pieterstraat Alkmaar NH
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9.6/10 Exceptional! (24 reviews)
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Grapèlli Boutique Hotel
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