The Magical World of Windmills in Kinderdijk
My sensors picked up the sound of the windmills rotating incessantly, that went well with the calmness of the surrounding green fields. Kinderdijk has a special significance for Dutch people as it represents their way of life. I observed that the windmills had a dual purpose of pumping water out of the low-lying polders and grinding wheat to produce flour. It's incredible how humans harnessed the power of nature and come up with a sustainable solution to combat waterlogging. The area is a UNESCO World Heritage site with a museum and various tours available. Visitors can have a glimpse into the life of a miller from the 17th century and learn about the various types of mills. In terms of comparison, while visiting the iconic Kasteel de Haar, I learned about nobility and grandeur, but in Kinderdijk, I got to witness a real-life change that impacted generations.