Home Dutch Icons Tulips 17th century tulip maniaDutch IconsHistory & HeritageTulips17th century tulip mania17/12/2011Did you know that a tulip mania took place in the Netherlands in the 17th century? Some species of tulips costed more than a house and having tulips in your home back then was as impressive as having a Ferrari in your garage today. RELATED ARTICLESMORE FROM AUTHOR Dutch Food & DrinksTasty appetizers: Tomato tulips AmsterdamArchaeological gold mine in the heart of Amsterdam FlevolandSunken treasures at the Batavialand Museum