Kinderdijk is a unique Dutch water management area in Alblasserwaard, known for its impressive row of 19 historic windmills from the 18th century. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most iconic places to see how the Netherlands has been dealing with water for centuries. The mills, polders, reservoirs and pumping stations combine to form an ingenious system that keeps the lowlands dry. The open plains, ditches and characteristic windmills also make Kinderdijk a popular place for photography, walks and experiencing authentic Dutch landscape.