The Netherlands is famous for its windmills, which have played a crucial role in the development of the country. Dating back to the Middle Ages, they have been part of the Dutch landscape for centuries and serve as quintessential symbols of the country.
Typically constructed of wood with a large rotating cap that houses the vanes known as sails or blades, they convert wind energy into rotational energy. The sails are connected to a shaft that runs down into the mill, where they drive the machinery. Initially used to pump water out of low-lying areas, they were gradually adjusted and used for other purposes such as oil and paper production, as well as to saw timber.
Today, traditional Dutch windmills have given way to modern wind turbines, and instead now serve as historic landmarks or educational sites.
Traditional tulip fields, typically found in rural areas, are created by meticulously planting tulips in shades of red, pink, orange, yellow, purple and white in straight lines or curved patterns, resulting in a vibrant patchwork of hues with precision and symmetry that stunningly stretches across the landscape.
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