Haarlem: A Historic Dutch City West of Amsterdam
By
Keith Jenkins
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Summary
Haarlem is a historic Dutch city west of Amsterdam, known for its medieval architecture, canals, and rich history as a center of textiles, shipbuilding, beer brewing, and tulips. The city received its rights in 1245 and its old town remains largely intact with islands separated by canals and the Spaarne River.
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It flourished during the Middle Ages as a centre of textiles and shipbuilding due to its location on the Spaarne River.
It also gained widespread fame as a centre of beer brewing and tulips!
These days, it's a vibrant city that's a delight to explore, especially because its medieval layout and buildings are still predominantly intact.
The old town is composed of several islands, separated by various canals and the Spaarne River
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