Leiden's Brave History: From Siege to University
Update: 2025-12-17
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Leidens origins trace back to a heroic siege in 1574, where Mayor Pieter van der Werffs bravery led to the citys survival and the establishment of a university by William of Orange. This institution, known as the Oxford of the Netherlands, has been a sanctuary for brilliant minds like Descartes, Einstein, and Rembrandt. The citys botanical garden, where tulips were first cultivated, and its commitment to freedom of thought, have made Leiden a remarkable place where history, science, and art converge.
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