Amsterdam the capital of Netherlands is a favorite amongst the tourists. The city’s origin was a dam in the river Amstel and that is how it got its name. From there it has evolved into one of the greatest Dutch cities known worldwide! The canals of Amsterdam, its museums and monuments – all make it worth visiting. The Stedelijk Museum is one of the major museums of Amsterdam. It mainly displays exhibitions based on classic modern and contemporary art. However this does not mean that it would not appeal to one who doesn’t have a taste for the talk of … Continue reading
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Amsterdam’s Greenwich village, the Jordaan neighbourhood is perfect for an evening stroll. Its archaic houses, canals, interesting shops,restaurants, art galleries, museums and narrow alleyways all add up to form a warm atmosphere. The Lijnbaansgracht canal, the Prinsengracht and the Brouwersgracht are the three main canals of this area. The museums present here though small feature a number of interesting items. They include the Pianola museum with old mechanical pianos, a literate museum Theo Thijssen, a houseboat museum, and a fluorescent museum called Electric Lady Land. The Noorderkerk, built by Hendrick de Keyser and his son Pieter around 1620 is the … Continue reading
Amsterdam the capital of Netherlands comprises of a large number of canals. The canal ring or the canal district is an entirely artificial creation of a large-scale port city built at the end of the 16th and beginning of the 17th centuries. The Singelgracht is the name of the medieval port that encircles the old town area around which the canal ring was constructed. First class hydraulic system and excellent urban planning are characteristic of this area. It became extremely wealthy during the 17th century and it prosperity was evident in the beauteous facades of the middle-class dwellings present here. … Continue reading
One of the popular and famous areas of Amsterdam is the Red Light district which consists of several canals, and the side streets between them, south of Central Station and east of Damrak. The buildings in this area are tall, thin and crowd together, overlooking the tree lined canals. The whole area has a heavy police presence, and many security cameras. The area has many sex shops and peep show bars, brothels, gay bars, cinemas, hotels and different kinds of museums. Though the area is infamous, yet it attracts millions of tourist each year who come to visit this part … Continue reading
Amidst the busy and bustling city life of Amsterdam, lie some 30 parks in Amsterdam which are a great spot for a break from the routine life, especially in summer months when these green spaces turn into outdoor living and dining rooms for us locals and visitors alike, while performers, musicians and kids turn these parks into recreational hubs. Some of the best known parks and gardens in Amsterdam are: Amstelpark The park stands in the suburb of Buitenveldert, southwest of Amsterdam and features a host of recreational facilities like playground, mini golf, mini football and pony rides for children … Continue reading
Amsterdam, the capital of the Netherlands is the country’s largest city and its financial, cultural, and creative centre. Amsterdam attracts a lot of tourists because of its beauty, the grid of lovely canals that criss-cross the city, its impressive architecture and more than 1,500 bridges. Amsterdam is a very bike-friendly city and tourists would love to explore the place on a rented bicycle. There are separate bike lanes on most major streets. Some of the best options for renting bikes in Amsterdam include: Star Bikes Rental which offer Classic and solid dutch bikes for those who want to fit in … Continue reading
Overview of the Hotel: Singel Hotel is located right in an exquisite and renovated 17th century canal house by the Singe Canal making it to be stylish. It is a hotel that prides itself in delivering prompt elegant accommodation as one of the 3-star hotel. It is further placed in the heart of Amsterdam-Centrum a historic city that is world famous for attractions such as the Schipol Airport, Anne Frank House as well as the Royal Palace. Guests can be treated to one of the 32 hotel rooms as a way of relaxing their bodies after day touring or at … Continue reading
Overview of the Hotel: Rokin Hotel is situated in the heart of Amsterdam, that is, just a stone throw from the Dam Square and the Amsterdam Central Station. The presence of tram lines makes it easier for the visitors to access the hotel. The hotel has a perfect spot which has facilities like restaurants, shops, pedestrian Kalverstraat as well as the Magna plaza shopping mall surrounding it. The presence of bus excursions and boat trips makes it even more convenient and effective especially for those driving in and out of the hotel or for those that have just checked in. … Continue reading
Overview of the Hotel: Hotel Roemer is located right in the middle of Amsterdam in one of the quiet streets. It is a hotel that delights itself for offering elegant accommodation from about a five or ten minute walk from the Leidpseplein and the Van Gogh Museum. For any visitor or guest residing at the hotel, breakfast is availed to them in form of a buffet in the lounge with the presence of a fireplace as a complement. Amenities at the Hotel: The general amenities that are evident at the hotel include a 24-hour front desk, air conditioning, Elevator, Safety … Continue reading
Overview of the Hotel: Hotel Robertramon is located in Amsterdam on the most elite shopping street; the P.C. Hoofstraat. This location is excellent and is considered to be close to most spots that overnight services like clubs as well as shopping as it provides a quiet environ. More so, the staff of the hotel is friendly. It is widely spacious containing about 51 rooms. Amenities of the Hotel: The hotel has trendy rooms which offer Wi-Fi and a flat screen TV, presence of safety box in each room, a work desk, en suite bathroom with its amenities, vending machine which … Continue reading