it's queen's day today. the whole lowland goes orange oranje ! this is a chance not to be missed, not at least the outdoor market and the orange sphere. since you didn't intend to mingle at your own city, you head to delft, it's ideal - not too far and yet big enough to catch the orange spirit yet not crowded as in amsterdam.
most shops are open and you chanced into this one which you thought the dress is quite decently nice.
the temperature finally warms up (yes, 25c), it's sunny and bright out there. you just like it this way, weather is bright and warm but just nice not to be sweaty. the entire city square is transformed with orange banners, stage and terrace tables laying on the square,
there's performance going on stage, mostly lame performance but the dutch audience didn't mind when the weather is too good, and everything else can be overlooked.
meanwhile, you just enjoy your portion of kibbeling and watching the entertainment from a distance...
and the continue your stroll in the city square, doing nothing, just enjoying the street party and people watching...
you bump into some friends, had a brief chat and move on...
at the other side of the historical city, the party atmosphere is equally high, waiters and waitresses are too busy running around serving the guests...
sun seekers occupying the terrace cafes, it's indeed a chance not to be missed....
and a typical dutch scene where bicycles are docked
and balloons of orange, red, white and blue are decorating up high...
more of this scene will come in the summer for sure, for now just enjoy spring...
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