Sightseeing in Amsterdam

 

Amsterdam’s museum dedicated to the painter Vincent Van Gogh has stood since 1973. The man himself was the creative genius behind several hundred works over the course of just a few months, and this place serves as just recognition of his genius. The collection comprises 200 paintings and almost ... Continue

 

The lush green spaces of Amsterdam first emerged in the mid-19th century following the express desire of the richer community to create a public park. The once marshy land south of Leidseplein was the chosen spot, named Vondelpark after the Dutch poet Joost van den Vondel. This park welcomes 8 ... Continue

 

The house of Anne Frank is more than just a museum. It's also a memorial dedicated to the persecution of the Jewish community during the Second World War. It was in this house that Anne Frank and her family were hidden away from July 1942 to August 1944. Of those two years, the testimonies of the ... Continue

 

The Rijksmuseum is known the world over for its collections of Golden Age Dutch art, which include Rembrandt’s famous ‘Night Watch’, and the works of Vermeer. The decision to establish a royal museum was taken by Louis Napoleon Bonaparte in 1808. Besides the Dutch period covered, the historical ... Continue

 

The ' Koninklijk Paleis' was built in the 17th century by Jacob van Campen, the huge structure of which comprises 13,000 pilotis and is noticeably classical in look. Having acted as the town hall, Louis Bonaparte then turned it into a royal residence during the French Occupation (1806-1813). The ... Continue

 

20th century works of art are to be found in this 19th century, neo-Renaissance style building. Besides the 30 temporary exhibitions a year, the works of Braque, Matisse, Picasso, Chagall and many others are on display. In addition, a part of the museum has been set aside to "made-in-the-USA" Pop ... Continue

This is the place where the entire history of Holland is summarised via the main personalities to have marked it, including contemporary film and rock stars in the vein of Anthony Hopkins and Michael Jackson.Continue

The Magna Plaza dates back to the late 19th century, when it acted as the central post office. At the time it was one of the largest of its kind. It has since become a large luxury department store, comprising 40 different shops set out over 5 levels.Continue

The Paradiso has been at the height of alternative culture since the 70’s, and remains emblematic of the city’s rock scene, with the Stones having recorded a live album here. The bill is guaranteed eclectic, ranging from electro and reggae to world music. This international leaning means you’ll ... Continue