"Vondela" - a park created to unite with nature

Tourists planning to rest in Amsterdam, necessarily include in their route a visit to the largest park in the city. It is ideal for family holidays or romantic walks. Against the backdrop of the urbanized capital of Holland, the green oasis of about 47 hectares looks impressive.

History of the emergence of the natural zone

Many visitors will like "Vondela". This park is a wonderful natural place, located in the south of Amsterdam. In 1864, the authorities had an idea to organize a place for recreation of citizens. Enthusiasts created their own association, which was engaged in collecting money for the purchase of land. And a year later on the map of the economic and cultural center of the Netherlands appeared a beautiful park of eight hectares, called the "New" - Nieuwe Park. Entrance to its territory for members of the association was free. After the memorial to the famous playwright Joost Baths den Vondel, the locals renamed it "Vondela" Park, and the original name vanished into oblivion.

Significantly expanded park

In the 1880s the quiet corner became so popular that it was necessary to think about its expansion several times. In the green zone there was a spacious outdoor playground and a beautiful rose garden. A vast territory required significant financial investments. And in 1953 "Vondela" - a park that was private, goes to the balance of the city. Vondelpark ennobled and expanded. During its existence, it has grown into new playgrounds for adults and children. There were exhibition pavilions, a confectionery.

The most visited landmark

In the guise of the local attractions, the history and the most modern technologies were uniquely intertwined. It is not just a park, but a real island of dreams, created to unite with nature. A state monument, beautiful at any time of the year, is visited by more than ten million people.

What to see?

The recreational park "Vondela" (Amsterdam) is home to many birds. Children and their parents are delighted with white snow swans, wild ducks and blue herons. Exquisite scenery is the main highlight of the local landmark created by the hands of a man. A real pearl of the natural oasis is considered to be a unique rosary, for which the employees of the park take special care.

Not only its stunning scenery is famous for working around the clock "Vondela" (park). There are unusual sculptures of impressive dimensions, for example, P. Picasso's work "Fish", made in an abstract manner, "Mama Baranka" by N. Carillo, symbolizing the struggle against racism. Local residents hurry here to exercise on tennis courts, to ride bicycles and rollerblades. The guys have fun on the playgrounds, where entertaining shows are arranged for them.

Curious facts

From May to September, accepts a huge number of visitors to the Vondela. The park at this time shows them the works of artists of Holland, which are exhibited here. In addition, musical, dance and humorous performances are arranged on open air venues. Theatrical collectives of the country come here with new performances. There is also a lot of interesting facts about this wonderful place:

1. On the outskirts of the natural zone stands a gloomy church, made in the Gothic style.
2. Carrying along with alcoholic beverages is not prohibited. Their drinking in the park does not violate the law.
3. The main restaurant Vondelpark offers guests traditional Dutch cuisine. However, the cost of food is quite high. For those who are not ready to give for a sandwich about 10 euros, in the south of the park there is an open cafe with democratic prices. It is always crowded, and a cozy atmosphere will pleasantly surprise tourists.
4. This is the only park in the world where couples in love can enjoy carnal pleasures. True, there is one caveat - you need to stay away from playgrounds.
5. In 2009, the largest picnic in the world was held here, in which 400 people took part.
6. Every 30 years the green oasis undergoes reconstruction, as the level of the land is constantly lowered. Otherwise, the popular Vondela park will go under water.

The Netherlands is famous not only for its tulips, but also for numerous natural areas located in picturesque localities. Public Vondelpark is a unique corner, the main concept of which is to preserve the naturalness of the environment.