To macjake: boring architecture

[BennyV]

Haha, good point there Craig. Many Dutch towns were bombed during WW2. Whether by the Germans or by the Americans, the result was usually the same. In both cases there was the choice between rebuilding the original town (i.e. rebuilding the old houses), or going for something modern.

In Nijmegen the original semi-medieval market place (not this one) was reconstructed, other square got more modern architecture. This one - originally near the edge of town - got a cheaper sort-of-modern look. It only became a feature on the map after the Valkburg museum (a splendid building) was built. The artwork in this picture is part of the facelift too.

On the other hand, I do think the 'not very creative' row of houses in the bg is very typical and in its way does have a certain appeal, especially in dialogue with the artwork in front.

Thanks for your comment!

Benny