Keukenhof by Kees van den Burg

About "Keukenhof"

by Kees van den Burg

About the artwork

Keukenhof is a world-famous flower exhibition in the Netherlands, located in Lisse, not far from Amsterdam. It is best known for its beautiful tulip fields and is one of the largest flower gardens in the world. Keukenhof attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors from all over the world every year, especially during the spring season when the flowers are in full bloom. It is a popular tourist attraction that celebrates the Netherlands' rich flower industry.

The tulip has a rich history dating back to the 16th century. The tulip originated in Central Asia, particularly in areas that are now part of Turkey, Iran and Afghanistan. The first wild tulips grew in these regions's. In the 16th century, the first tulip bulbs were introduced to western Europe, especially the Netherlands. They soon became popular for their colour and shape. During the Golden Age in the Netherlands, the tulip trade reached a peak. Tulip bulbs became a status symbol and a speculative trade in tulip bulbs emerged, known as the "Tulip mania". Tulip bulb prices reached exorbitant levels before the market collapsed, leading to an economic crisis in the Netherlands. The tulip has become a national symbol of the Netherlands and is strongly associated with the country. Every year, the flowering of the tulip fields in the Netherlands attracts thousands of tourists from all over the world. All in all, the tulip has a fascinating history and remains a beloved flower all over the world.