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This large, green oasis was created in the second half of the 19th Century, and named after the poet Joost van den Vondel (1587-1679), a statue of whom was unveiled here in 1867. Today Vondelpark, one of the most-visited spots... more
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Matt&Sara said
… of cheering. OUr hostel room overlooked Vondelpark (Amsterdam's largest park), and when we looked out we saw… continue reading »
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This landmark building is one of Canada's premier music venues. The 2,800 seats aren't the most comfortable, but the flawless acoustics will make you stop squirming. The music performances run from classical to pop to ro... more
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Nata_lia said
… to work again and I went to the Van Gogh museum.Getting around Amsterdam is pretty easy. The one… continue reading »
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Jenn1 said
…YAY AMSTERDAM!!!!! we were here on queens day...basically one big party!… continue reading »
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KandJBird said
… in the Netherlands.Rijksmuseum – “National Museum” This museums is the home to a large… continue reading »
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In 1864 Gerard Adriaan Heineken took over De Hooiberg (the haystack) brewery, at the Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal. This takeover purchase laid the foundation for one of the world's largest modern breweries. In 1868 the company start... more
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Initially a lively fish and cloth market, this square upon which the castle-like De Waag building stands was the holding place for Jews arrested during WWII. In the 1970s, Chinese immigrants created a small Chinatown, and a dec... more
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Jason and Guy said
… despite cloudbursts, we made our way toward the old city, toward the Nieuwmarkt, where we rediscovered… continue reading »
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At a tranquil point on the historic Singel canal, this inexpensive hotel in a 300-year-old canal house isn't flashy or elegant, but it is bright and fresh, which makes it appealing to budget-conscious travelers who don't... more
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The Netherlands's most renowned church has been the source of inspiration for many musicians. The famous tower was completed in 1638, its bells manufactured by the renowned François Hemony foundry in 1658. Though the Protestant... more
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KandJBird said
… part of the neighborhood. The Noorderkerk became the church for the common people, while the Westerkerk… continue reading »
Purmerend Travel Experiences
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Amsterdam, Holland
Amsterdam was such a great time. I went with Alsyon and Micaela. We met up with other students from our program. We arrived on Friday and... Continue reading »
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Eclectic City
Since I'm doing sort of a "travel introspective", I would say that Amsterdam is quite an Eclectic city. Small city, but charged of histor... Continue reading »
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Back to where it started - Amsterdam
Our final day and its going to be sad to leave everyone. However, before we do, we have a full day in Amsterdam. We depart our hotel in... Continue reading »
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Amsterdam, Netherlands - Warning: Contains Adult...
“Hello gentlemen,” said the man standing beside a doorway with lurid pictures of naked couples behind him. We turned around to face him b... Continue reading »
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Ah Experiencing the...culture
We arrived in Amsterdam, after the uneventful trip to the Rhine Valley, all very eager to experience the much talked about city!The bus f... Continue reading »
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