Fodor's Expert Review Cathedral of Thorns

This surreal, building-sized art installation was painstakingly (and literally) created out of some 30 million thorns over a five-year period by award-winning artist Herman van Bergen. Each section is dedicated to a world religion; the nooks and crannies contain a rotating series of art objects by guest artists. It’s on the grounds of Landhuis Bloemhof (a museum, art gallery, and historic plantation), but it can be visited on its own, and special cultural and musical events are often held there. It’s an incredible sight when illuminated at night but just as impressive to see up close during the day.    Wear sturdy shoes, errant thorns can pierce your flip-flops!