Keukenhof

The Keukenhof [ Kø ː kə ( n ) ˌ ɦɔf ] is a Dutch garden near the village of South Holland Lisse, that attracts mainly at the time of Tulpenblüte many tourists.

History

In the 15th century, the area in which the Keukenhof is still intact nature and property of Jacqueline of Bavaria. In addition to hunting, the estate was used for growing herbs for the castle kitchen. Hence the name Keukenhof ( Kitchen Garden ). 1857 created the landscape architect Zocher the garden plan for the Castle Keukenhof. The English landscape garden he created at that time, still forms the basis of the park. At the suggestion of a group of flower bulb growers towards the Keukenhof in 1949, set up as a spring flower show, to give them an opportunity to present their plants.

About 90 Hoflieferanten are responsible for ensuring that again the most beautiful bulb flowers every year - such as daffodils, hyacinths, imperial crowns - are to be seen in Keukenhof, which thrive in the sandy and calcareous soil. Main theme are traditionally tulips, of which 4.5 million bulbs are planted annually in 100 variations of hand. The 32 -acre park with 2,500 trees in 87 variations is crossed by 15 kilometers walking trails. In addition, the Keukenhof with 150 works by 50 artists also the largest sculpture park in the Netherlands.

Keukenhof has since developed into one of the Netherlands' largest tourist attractions. He is a goal for all flower lovers, who can shop there too.

The main flowering period is dependent on the prevailing weather conditions. It is usually in the middle of April.

The 2013 season is in Keukenhof under the motto: " ' United Kingdom - land of beautiful gardens ."

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