Tulipmania

Tulipmania is a display of tulip flowers in the Flower Dome in the Gardens by the Bay.

The display is quite impressive with lots of information on the lovely tulip blooms, as well as information on Dutch culture. I visited the display last week. Here are some photos, and information gathered from the display.

“This year’s floral display presents a blend of tradition and modernity, with quintessential elements of the traditional Dutch landscape such as the windmill and watermill juxtaposed against modern features that showcase technological advancements in urban farming and clean energy.”

Thatched Roof Farmhouse
A traditional architectural feature in the Netherlands, thatched roof farmhouses have a rich history in the Netherlands, dating back to medieval times. Serving as homes for farmers and their families, they were once common across Dutch countryside landscapes, and many have been preserved as historic landmarks, or turned into tourist attractions, museums, guesthouses, or private residences today.

The roof of these farmhouses was most distinct, constructed using locally sourced materials such as water reeds, straw or heather. Valued for their durability and sustainability, they provided excellent insulation, keeping those inside warm in winter and cool in summer. The steeply pitched roof also often had decorative ridges and gables, adding to its picturesque appearance.

There were many visitors at the display, making it difficult to take photos.

Dutch Watermill
Dating back to the Middle Ages, watermills have been used in the Netherlands for centuries. Strategically located near rivers, streams and canals so they could harness the power of flowing water to drive their machinery, there was no lack of opportunities to construct water mills given the country’s extensive network of waterways.

Dutch watermills typically consist of a large waterwheel often below the mill building, which is turned by the flow of water. Its rotation powers internal machinery, such as saw blades for cutting timber or millstones for grinding grain.

While most historic watermills no longer retain their original purpose, there are a few that still produce flour or perform other functions using traditional methods in the Netherlands.

All the information in the post is taken from the information boards at the display.

You can click on the picture for a better view.

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