This is one of the oldest cities in the Netherlands, but it is one of the most modern. The modern architecture of new buildings strongly contrasts some of the older areas and buildings in the city. Eindhoven is the technology center of the Netherlands and has been dubbed as the ‘new silicon valley’. It is home to the research headquarters for Philips, the high tech campus and the brain port among other business and universities focused on innovation and technology. In 2018, the news agent ‘The Guardian’ labeled Eindhoven as an ‘innovation city’. Aside from all that the city center also has great nightlife to offer, Stratumseind is the name of the longest 

‘bar street’ in all of the Netherlands. The district is chocked full of clubs, bars and eateries. Anyone looking to experience a full and busy nightlife in the Netherlands will definitely be able to find something at Stratumseind. Every year Eindhoven hosts the glow festival, a week-long event that fills the city full of light installations. Guests can follow the map through the city and go see the various glowing artworks, which can range from lights being displayed on large buildings to boats in the canals lined with neon colored lights. A visual experience for anyone who can appreciate glowing art on a dark night.