MARKEN - holland

Marken the forme island of MARKEN lies 22 km north-east of Amsterdam and is easily accessible by public transport. The authentic atmosphere of the old days still prevails on Marken with is small alleys,drawbridges and closely built houses sitting atop mounds to protect them from floods.No only does its traditional costumes make MARKEN a colorful peninsula;white painted window frames contrast beautifully with green and black wooden houses,laundry flaps in the wind,boats bob up and down in the harbour and the meadow landscape contrast perfectly with the typical Dutch skies. Marken is everything you would expect from Holland and well worth a visit. I liked so much.