Things to do in utrecht at night

Utrecht, the fourth largest city in the Netherlands and the capital of the province of the same name, lies on the geographical divide between the country's fenlands and sandy heathlands.

This position favored the development of the town over the centuries as the heathlands, lying higher, were out of reach of the North Sea's often devastating storm tides.

From very early times, Utrecht was one of the principal political, economic, and cultural centers of the Netherlands.

It's also the seat of the provincial administration, and home to a famous university founded in 1636.

Tourism also makes a significant contribution to the economy, and the picturesque Old Town with its numerous historical buildings surrounded and intersected by canals offers many fun things to do for tourists and attracts large numbers of visitors year-round.

It's an especially nice city to explore after nightfall, particularly in winter during the city's popular KNUS Winter Market and Festival (held during the lead

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