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Broek in Waterland, the Netherlands
Broek in Waterland, the Netherlands.
Broek in Waterland is a picturesque village in the province of North Holland, the Netherlands, with a population of about 2,350 inhabitants.
It is a part of the municipality of Waterland, and is situated 8 kilometres northeast of Amsterdam.
In the 17th and 18th century, it was a popular residence for merchants and seafarers from Amsterdam. Due to its monument status, much of its history has been preserved. Many of the houses in the village date back to before 1850.
Broek in Waterland has always been famous for its cleanliness.
Broek in Waterland was a separate municipality until 1991, when it was merged with Waterland.
Broek in Waterland, the Netherlands
Broek in Waterland, the Netherlands.
Broek in Waterland is a picturesque village in the province of North Holland, the Netherlands, with a population of about 2,350 inhabitants.
It is a part of the municipality of Waterland, and is situated 8 kilometres northeast of Amsterdam.
In the 17th and 18th century, it was a popular residence for merchants and seafarers from Amsterdam. Due to its monument status, much of its history has been preserved. Many of the houses in the village date back to before 1850.
Broek in Waterland has always been famous for its cleanliness.
Broek in Waterland was a separate municipality until 1991, when it was merged with Waterland.