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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › LeidenLeiden - Wikipedia

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   Leiden (Dutch pronunciation: [ˈlɛidə(n)] ⓘ; in English and archaic Dutch also Leyden) is a city and municipality in the province of South Holland, Netherlands. The municipality of Leiden has a population of 127,046 (31 January 2023), [6] but the city forms one densely connected agglomeration with its suburbs Oegstgeest , Leiderdorp ...

2. www.visitleiden.nl › enLeiden, Key to Discoveries | Visit Leiden

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   Leiden is a historic city with 13 museums, 35 courtyards, canals and the oldest university of the Netherlands. Explore its attractions, events, culture and nature with #stadvanontdekkingen.

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   Leiden is a historic and lively city in the Netherlands, famous for its canals, courtyard gardens, museums and Rembrandt. Explore its rich heritage, enjoy its diverse cuisine and find hidden gems on every corner.

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   Is Leiden a good place to live?

   • Vibrant Leiden is one of the Netherlands' great cities. Woven with canals lined by beautiful 17th-century buildings, its cache of museums, all within walking distance of each other, are a major draw, as is wandering the picturesque canals and soaking up the nightlife, fuelled by a 27,000-strong student population.

   Leiden travel - Lonely Planet | The Netherlands, Europe

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   What does Leiden mean?

   • Leiden ( Dutch pronunciation: [ˈlɛidə (n)] ⓘ; in English and archaic Dutch also Leyden) is a city and municipality in the province of South Holland, Netherlands.

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   What to do in Leiden?

   • The birthplace of Rembrandt is home to pretty courtyard gardens, hundreds of monuments, the oldest university in the Netherlands, 13 museums and a bustling city centre. Go boating along the picturesque canals or get lost while strolling through lovely lanes. There's a reason why Leiden is called the City of Discoveries.

   Leiden - Home of young Rembrandt, canals, traditional courtyard gardens

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   What is Leiden famous for?

   • Leiden is the key to discoveries, with more than 35 courtyards, 28 kilometres of canals, many monuments, 13 museums and the oldest university of the Netherlands. Don’t miss this! Tell me more is back! Listen to captivating stories and music at Theater De Generator's monthly TELL ME MORE storytelling...

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5. www.thecrazytourist.com › 15-best-things-leiden15 Best Things to Do in Leiden (the Netherlands)

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   • De Valk Windmill Museum. Windmills play a large part in the economical history of Leiden and the De Valk museum helps to showcase this. Standing proudly in the old town centre, this windmill and museum can be seen throughout Leiden and have become a landmark of the city.
   • Leiden Museum of Natural History. This fine museum is located on the outskirts of the city centre but is still easy to access. Inside you can find a wonderful display of natural history including the only T-Rex skeleton in Europe!
   • Leiden Botanical Gardens. Standing as the oldest botanical gardens in the Netherlands, the Hortus Botanicus is a renowned establishment and a pure delight for those who love the natural world.
   • Burcht van Leiden. Located not far from both the Pieterskerk and Hooglandse Kerk, the Burcht van Leiden holds a central position in the city and is one of its most famous landmarks.

6. www.solosophie.com › visit-leiden-guideA Guide to the Best Things to do in Leiden - solosophie

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   • Visit the Miniaturist filming locations. For those who have not seen the Miniaturist, it’s a period drama based on the book of the same name. Set in the 17th-century, it follows the story of newly married Nella Oortman and was based on a doll’s housed now located within the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.
   • Uncover hidden gems in Leiden. While the university city has plenty of well-known locations that are a must-see on any visit, there are still plenty of hidden gems to discover.
   • Visit Pieterskerk and learn about the Pilgrims in Leiden. By far the most famous building which Leiden has to offer is St Peter’s Church. Dating back some nine hundred years, no one is quite sure as to the history of the church.
   • University of Leiden. The University of Leiden is the oldest in the Netherlands and dates all the way back to 1575. Legend has it that as a reward for defending Leiden against Spanish attacks, the residents of the city were given the choice between not paying taxes for a period and the founding of a university.

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8. www.tripadvisor.com › Attractions-g188630Things to Do in Leiden, The Netherlands - Tripadvisor

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   Things to Do in Leiden, The Netherlands: See Tripadvisor's 38,607 traveler reviews and photos of Leiden tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in June. We have reviews of the best places to see in Leiden. Visit top-rated & must-see attractions.

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   Discover Leiden, one of the Netherlands' great cities, with its canals, museums, nightlife and history. Learn about its attractions, such as the Rijksmuseum van Oudheden, Museum De Lakenhal, Hortus Botanicus and more.