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Maastricht highlights
Apr 21, 2007 3:58 PM GMT Source:
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Caves of Mount St PieterDating back to Roman times, the caves are an complicated labyrinth of thousands of man-made passages. The caves are the result of centuries of excavation of sandstone. The walls are covered with drawings and signatures, some of which go back to pre-historic times.Casemates Between 1575 and 1825, mining activities created a network of galleries at Maastricht's western limits. These mining galleries were used in times of siege for subterranean approach and elimination of
Maastricht: the art of fine living
Apr 21, 2007 3:58 PM GMT Source:
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Maastricht is the sunniest city in Holland. It is a splendid fortified city of Roman origin set on the river Maas. With its location in the most southern part of Holland it is the perfect hub for excursions to Belgium, France, and Germany. Maastricht is k
Vrijthof Square, Maastricht
Apr 21, 2007 3:58 PM GMT Source:
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Het Vrijthof is a beautiful square in the center of old town Maastricht, paved with old cobblestones and surrounded by trees. Many very nice restaurants and cafes encircle the square. During the summer you can enjoy the outdoor terraces and have one of th
Bonnefanten Maastricht
Apr 21, 2007 3:58 PM GMT Source:
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With its striking dome, this museum is one of the most arresting buildings in Maastricht. The young (1995) and impressive building by Italian architect Aldo Rossi is a landmark in the new and international known Ceramic-district in Maastricht. On the righ
Kruisherenhotel Maastricht
May 08, 2007 1:34 PM GMT Source:
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Situated in the centre of Maastricht is the former Kruisheren (Crutched Friar) cloister, dating from the fifteenth century. Together with the monumental gothic church, this complex has been transformed into a very special designer hotel. It is a unique pl
Castle Chateau St. Gerlach
Apr 21, 2007 3:58 PM GMT Source:
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Chateau St. Gerlach in Houthern is located in one of the most picturesque river valleys in the hilly Limburg countryside, the Geuldal. The historic buildings house a hotel, a museum and a church. Spacious baroque gardens and extensive parkland surround th
TEFAF - The European Fine Art Fair, Maastricht
May 23, 2007 8:56 AM GMT Source:
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From March 7 to March 16, 2008, 220 art and antiques dealers from fifteen countries will gather in one of Holland's oldest and most southern city of Maastricht at TEFAF, the Maastricht Fair. The museum quality works of art from 3,000 BC to the present
Restaurants in Maastricht
Apr 21, 2007 3:58 PM GMT Source:
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Many tempting regional specialities will make your mouth water. Try cave mushrooms, gingerbread, apple dumplings or one of Limburg’s many locally brewed beers. A vast array of restaurants, grand cafés and bistros offer international cuisines
Shopping in Maastricht
Apr 21, 2007 3:58 PM GMT Source:
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Maastricht was voted best shopping city of HollandRoam through Maastricht's historic streets and stop for coffee and vlaai (a delicious kind of fruit tart, and the local speciality) at one of the many pavement cafés or cosy bars! Shops are gene
Natural History Museum Maastricht
Apr 21, 2007 3:58 PM GMT Source:
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The museum depicts the natural history of South Limburg. Modern displays offer an insight into both the recent and distant past. The museum holds more than 550,000 natural objects. The collection comprises more than 11,000 species.The Collection
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History
Apr 21, 2007 3:58 PM GMT Source:
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The Romans
The history of Maastricht, a city among the oldest in the Netherlands, began in 50 BC when the Romans recognized the strategic importance of a town at the junction of major trading routes and established Mosae Trajectum. This settlement grew t
