Amsterdam: Green Water and Reeds in the Suburb

The windmills in the northern part of the Netherlands have been the keys to the control of the local water level for centuries, resulting in the formation of Amsterdam, an inhabitable city with a large network of waterways. Nowadays, in this city of wetlands where people and nature co-exist in harmony, the total size of the wetlands open to the public has reached 12,000 hectares. If you are already in this vibrant city or you are planning to visit there this April, take your opportunity to visit the surrounding wetlands.

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You can go canoeing In the wetland in the rural area located to the north of the city area. There, you will capture the scenery composed of the reeds, the slowly-moving windmills and the rural houses with exteriors painted in bright colors along the course. Lotus flowers that are yet to bloom can be found at some spots along the waterways. You may also see the horses, cows and sheep munching heartily on the farmers' pastures when you pass by and, with any luck, you can receive "greetings" from them. The water birds may jump in front of the canoe from the nearby reeds. Make sure that you are not too surprised to observe them at a close distance. One thing you should take care of during your trip, however, are those arch bridges having been standing there for centuries. No one wants to get the head bumped, after all.

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The wetland located within Het Twiske Recreational Area is another place worth going. Going hiking and observing the vegetation here is always a preferred way of sightseeing since it allows you to watch the resting cows and sheep closely. It should be noticed that April is the time when many animals come out of hibernation, so don't forget to bring a camera there to picture squirrels and hedgehogs. You can also rent bicycles for a quick tour of the rivers and lakes here.

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If you want to get further away from the crowds, Ilperveld, 12 kilometers northeast of the city center, can be your best choice. In spring, the mist on the river and the reeds make the whole scene dreamy. Due to the lack of human intervention, Ilperveld also boasts a higher number of species of water birds. In addition, watching the sunset is also a must for tourists who come here.