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Portuguese Synagogue Amsterdam

Portuguese Synagogue Amsterdam

The Portuguese-Israeli Synagogue is a late 17th-century Sephardic synagogue in Amsterdam. It is also known as the Esnoga which is the Ladino word for synagogue. The construction of the synagogue was completed in 1675.   In January 2012 Israeli Prime-Minister Benjamin Netanyahu described this as “one of the most beautiful synagogues I have ever seen.” Portuguese Synagogue Amsterdam

Oude Kerk Amsterdam Oudezijds Voorburgwal

Oude Kerk Amsterdam’s Oldest Church

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Oude Kerk, known as the “Old Church” is the city’s first church and its oldest monument. It stands on the site of a wooden chapel built around 1250, which was destroyed by fire. The church was rebuilt as a small stone Church in the 14th century.

Rembrandthuis Amsterdam

Rembrandt House Museum

Rembrandt is perhaps undoubtedly the greatest artist of the Dutch Golden age. He left a substantial and exceptional collection of artwork, much of which can be seen at the Rembrandt House Museum. Rembrandt lived in… Rembrandt House Museum

Munttoren by Night

Munttoren Amsterdam

The Munttoren is a historic tower standing on the busy Muntplein square in Amsterdam. Munttoren (mint tower) is a remnant of the Regulierspoort which was a gateway into the city. The tower was part of… Munttoren Amsterdam

Skinny Bridge Over the River Amstel in Amsterdam Holland

Magere Brug

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A historic and beautiful draw-bridge located on the river Amstel.

Blauwbrug - Amstel - Amsterdam

Blauwbrug

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A richly decorated bridge connecting the Rembrandtplein and Waterlooplein areas.