Blue hour on Dordrecht's Kuipershaven by Jeroen de Jongh Photography

About "Blue hour on Dordrecht's Kuipershaven"

by Jeroen de Jongh Photography

About the artwork

Dordrecht is a city and municipality in the province of South Holland, Netherlands. It is the oldest city in Holland, with city rights dating back to 1220. Dordrecht is located on the island of Dordrecht, surrounded by rivers such as the Oude Maas, the Merwede, and the Noord, making it an important strategic location for shipping.

Dordrecht played an important role in Dutch history, especially in the Middle Ages and the Golden Age. The city was an important trading centre because of its location on the water. The Sint-Elisabethflood of 1421 caused Dordrecht to lie on an island, making the city even more dependent on shipping.

Dordrecht is known for its historic city centre with well-preserved old buildings, such as the city hall, the Grote Kerk (also known as the Onze-Lieve-Vrouwekerk), and the Huis van Gijn. The city has more than 800 national monuments, making it one of the most monumental cities in the Netherlands.

Dordrecht has a rich cultural life with several museums, such as the Dordrechts Museum, where you can find works by famous Dutch painters such as Aelbert Cuyp, Ary Scheffer, and other masters from the Golden Age. The city also has many galleries, theatres, and cultural events.

Dordrecht is surrounded by natural areas, including the Biesbosch, a large national park popular for hiking, cycling and boat trips. This nature reserve is unique for its freshwater tides and rich flora and fauna.

Dordrecht combines history, culture and nature in a unique way, making it an interesting city to visit.