The city of Dordrecht, located in the province of South Holland , is known as the most ancient city in Holland. It is actually bordered by five different rivers and remains a culturally and historically important city. Known by its inhabitants as Dordt, the city was also called Dort by the English who valued it as a trade port. Ironically, the first mention of the city in history is from when the Vikings were said to have plundered and set fire to the city.
Actual city rights were granted by William I, who was the Count of Holland, in This distinction helps to establish Dordrecht as the oldest province in Holland. The city became an important city during the 12th and 13th centuries. Wuhan 9, Kilometer. Lagos 4, Kilometer. Jakarta 10, Kilometer. Tokyo 10, Kilometer. New York City 6, Kilometer. Dongguan 9, Kilometer. Taipei 9, Kilometer. Kinshasa 6, Kilometer. Lima 9, Kilometer.
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Watch this video: Dordrecht. Where to go for good food in Dordrecht Scheffersplein, Statenplein and Groothoofd are real hospitality squares. More in the area Close to Dordrecht lies the splendid nature reserve National Park De Biesbosch , and the famous windmills of Kinderdijk are also not far away.
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