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Maastricht is a city and apart from being a city it is also the capital of Limburg (one of the provinces of Netherlands). This city is situated in the south – eastern part of Netherlands and it is interesting to note that this city has derived its name from the Trajectum Ad Maosam or Mosa (Mosa crossing) that adverts to the bridge that was built by the Romans at the time when Augustus Caesar was the ruler.
It could be said without the slightest hesitation that this city is the most wonderful city of Netherlands and the fact that is responsible for the popularity of this city are its tourist attractions, which are:
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Maastricht is a city and apart from being a city it is also the capital of Limburg (one of the provinces of Netherlands). This city is situated in the south – eastern part of Netherlands and it is interesting to note that this city has derived its name from the Trajectum Ad Maosam or Mosa (Mosa crossing) that adverts to the bridge that was built by the Romans at the time when Augustus Caesar was the ruler.
It could be said without the slightest hesitation that this city is the most wonderful city of Netherlands and the fact that is responsible for the popularity of this city are its tourist attractions, which are:
Bonnefantenmuseum – The credit for the building of such magnificent piece of architecture goes to Aldo Rossi (famed Italian architect). This museum displays a good collection of Flemish as well as Italian paintings.
Caves of Mount St. Petersburg: This man – made labyrinth is the result of the marlstone excavation that took place for centuries. The numerous inscriptions on the stones, the eye arresting pieces of work that has been left behind by the workers and the St Peter Fort situated on the northern part of the mountain enhances its beauty.
St John’s Church – The gothic tower of this basilica overlooks the city of Maastricht and this magnificent gothic building just adds to the beauty of this city and it is the Western Wall of the church that provides the church with its charm as well as uniqueness.
Saint Servatius Basilica - This church is regarded to be the oldest church of Holland and this basilica is adorned with sacred artifacts, such as paintings, reliquaries, ivory carvings and old eastern fabrics and all these artifacts are displayed at the treasure chamber.
Town Hall – It is the most important place of visit and it was designed by Pieter Post (a reputed Dutch architect)
Vriojhof Square – This place is always bustling with the din and bustle of city life and for this reasons this place is also adverted to as the ‘Living Room of Maastrucht’.
Generaalshuis - Formerly was the house of the General and now it has been converted into a theatre.
St. Servaas Bridge - The construction of this bridge dates back to the year 1280 and this bridge adds to the glory of this city.
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