Westergasfabriek in Amsterdam is a complex of 19th century buildings, once a gas plant. In the 90’s the Amsterdam Westergas area hosted…
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The neighbourhood De Pijp Amsterdam lies just East of the Museum Square. The North side (De Oude Pijp) is bustling with people,…
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The origins of Amsterdam Chinatown go back to the year 1910, which makes the Amsterdam Chinatown the oldest Chinatown of Europe. The first…
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Amsterdam and prostitution have been together since the 15th century. In the famous red light district in the old centre, women from all…
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Amsterdam’s 9 Streets Shopping District is a cosy area with a wonderful mix of small shops. The small, cobbled side streets start…
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The former NDSM Amsterdam ship wharf is a stunning hangout. Just 10 minutes by free ferry and a large area is there to explore.
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In 1700 there were 10.000 Jews living in Amsterdam, the biggest Jewish community of Western-Europe. Many arrived from wealthy Spain and Portugal in Amsterdam and brought important trade contracts, thereby boosting the Amsterdam economy of the Golden Age.
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The Jordaan Quarter lies just outside the three canal rings of Amsterdam, along the Prinsengracht canal. The Jordaan Quarter is considered a typical…
