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Fortress island Pampus

Dutch Water Defence Lines1996

UNESCO World Heritage

UNESCO World Heritage

The Dutch Water Defence Lines were constructed to defend the economic heart of the Netherlands against military attacks. This UNESCO World Heritage site consists of the Defence Line of Amsterdam and the New Dutch Waterline. The fortress island Pampus, pictured, is part of both defence lines.

Details

  • Title: Fortress island Pampus
  • Creator: Dutch Water Defence Lines
  • Date Created: 1996
  • Rights: Wiebe de Jager
  • Location: Netherlands
  • Inscription Criteria: Criteria: (ii)(iv)(v)
  • Date of Inscription: 1996
  • Category of Site: Cultural site

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