![]() ![]() The solution has been found in bookstores, as they allow for the historical building to keep their unique atmosphere, but give people a reason to come in and browse for a while. Government grants have dried up, leaving property owners and local councils desperate on what to do with these lovely, but often expensive buildings. In The Netherlands lots of historical monuments, like Golden Age mansions and churches, have been struggling for decades to pay for upkeep. ![]() Just like in other countries, bookstores have been struggling, since we all started reading on our e-readers (and I do the same, I am not ashamed to admit).īut another, slightly dramatic, development has helped Dutch bookstores to establish themselves once again: even in a time of digital reading. I don’t mind boasting a little about this too. But if there’s one thing we Dutch rock at, it’s good bookstores. If you’ve been reading my ramblings here on Your Dutch Guide (and I hope you have!), you know that I am less than modest about how wonderful it is to visit less than well-known towns, villages and cities in The Netherlands. Don’t miss these amazing bookstores in The Netherlands. Either to browse some excellent (English!) books on the destination you’re visiting or to sip a nice cup of coffee surrounded by the smell of books (I love the smell of books). ![]() They are the perfect place to visit for a reading traveller. But to me, visiting a new country and city also means browsing bookstores. These days you simply download the latest bestseller onto your e-reader or tablet when you’re out of something to read. ![]()
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