Getting lost in Rotterdam, Netherlands


Well getting lost in Rotterdam is a bit difficult but I tried .... it was beautiful weather so straight after breakfast I started to walk for a few hours. It not as exotic as Asian cities, but there are a few beautiful old and new buildings and there is nice street art.

Playing guitar
Going with the wind
Only for insiders



Gate to previous hospital

Koopgoot

St. Lauwrens Church

Think before you write
Waiting for a ship
Music!
Veer harbor
Reading

Welcome

Playing in the water



🌍 Rotterdam, Netherlands

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