A different view on the city I used to live in around 35 years ago. I went back as a tourist and saw how it has changed into a vibrant, modern city full of atmosphere.
Lots of hustle and bustle going on under this impressive ceiling.
--- 18 July 2021, Rotterdam (E) ---
Planning, designing, building, iconic structures. That's what's happening in Rotterdam, even today two large cranes are at work in the very centre of the city.
--- 18 July 2021, Rotterdam (NL) 👁 rotterdam in icm ---
At the very edge of De Kop van Zuid, kissing the river Meuse, this is KPN's head quarters, logo and corporate colours to be found back in every aspect.
--- 16 July 2021, Rotterdam (NL) ---
On my way to Central Station, I came across this 'crumbled' apartment block.
--- 17 July 2021, Rotterdam (NL) ---
Apartment block boarding the river Meuse, massive, expensive but with great views.
--- 18 July 2021, Rotterdam (NL) 👁 more monochrome ---
There's no escaping De Rotterdam, designed by OMA (Rem Koolhaas). By far this multifunctional building is the most dominant structure at the Kop van Zuid.
--- 18 July 2021, Rotterdam (NL) 👁 rotterdam ---
--- 16 July 2021, Rotterdam (NL) ---
There's no escaping the Cube houses designed by Piet Blom near Rotteram Blaak train station..
--- 17 July 2021, Rotterdam (NL) 👁 more rotterdam ---
This picturesque yacht marina is one of the few parts of the old city that survived the 1940 bombardment of Rotterdam. It has had a remarkable history, amongst others the departure point from which the Pilgrim Fathers sailed for America.
--- 17 July 2021, Rotterdam (NL) 👁 more rotterdam ---
Sideways peep at the train station.
--- 17 July 2021, Rotterdam (NL) ---
Largest bookstore in town, recently extended and renovated. The builders inherited a beautiful landing on th third floor. .
--- 16 July 2021, Rotterdam (NL) ---
--- 18 July 2021, Rotterdam (NL) ---
Close to De Meent, where old meets new.
--- 16 July 2021, Rotterdam (NL) 👁 more reflections ---
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