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One Of The Nicest Places To Visit In The Netherlands ! Zaanse Schans: Located just north of Amsterdam, the Zaanse Schans offers a perfectly preserved glimpse into the Netherlands’ industrial past with its traditional houses, windmills, warehouses and workshops. Find out what there is to do and see at the Zaanse Schans! In its 18th and 19th century heyday, the Zaan region was an important industrial area dotted by hundreds of windmills producing linseed oil, paint, snuff, mustard, paper and other products. Many of the Zaanse Schans’ characteristic village houses are now museums, gift shops or workshops while others are still used as private residences. Some of the Zaanse Schans’ remaining windmills are also open to the public. Visiting Zaanse Schans: The Zaanse Schans attracts nearly a million visitors per year and it’s one of the Netherlands’ best loved attractions. The outdoor portion of the Zaanse Schans is open to view without paying admission, but ope