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 Teens & Young Adults, The Fault in Our Stars fans,… The Best Amsterdam Themed Songs
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. It’s totally free, not crowded with tourists and is really… 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.” 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 is recognised as a world heritage site by UNESCO. Herengracht… 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 keep these two events separate and there’s a guideline- first… 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 for young and old. This international festival set in the… 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 Museum. After a short break, Sinterklaas saddles up and rides… Sinterklaas Arrival Amsterdam