The Best Amsterdam Themed Songs
Ed Sheeran – All of the Stars “So can you see the stars over Amsterdam? You’re the song my heart is beating to.” Popular for… Read More »The Best Amsterdam Themed Songs
Culture
A Great Free Alternative to Keukenhof Gardens
In the months of April and May, many tourists will flock to Keukenhof for the spectacular flower arrangements. But there is an equally impressive alternative.… Read More »A Great Free Alternative to Keukenhof Gardens
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.” Read More »Portuguese Synagogue Amsterdam
Amsterdam Cultural Attractions
Canals Singel The Singel canal served as a moat around the city between 1480 and 1585. It is the innermost of four canals which make up the Grachtengordel, which… Read More »Amsterdam Cultural Attractions
Christmas in the Netherlands
Christmas in The Netherlands (referred to as Kerst or Kerstmis in Dutch) formally begins when the Sinterklaas celebrations finish on December 6th. Traditionalists like to… Read More »Christmas in the Netherlands
Amsterdam Light Festival
Amsterdam shines brightly once again this winter! The third edition of the Amsterdam Light Festival which runs in December & January is a great spectacle… Read More »Amsterdam Light Festival
Canals of Amsterdam
The canals of Amsterdam are a defining feature of the city and the Canal Ring (Grachtengordel) is a UNESCO as a world-acclaimed monument.
Sinterklaas Arrival Amsterdam
In mid-November, Sinterklaas along with his faithful horse and helpers arrive in Amsterdam. The boat sails along the Amstel river and moors at the Maritime… Read More »Sinterklaas Arrival Amsterdam