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Weteringschans 26-1 hg Amsterdam 1017 SG Netherlands +31 (0)20 626 5574 / +31 (0)20 623 9886 http://www.canal.nl |
While in Amsterdam, take this magnificent opportunity to view the city from a different angle. Tour its myriad canals, lively atmosphere and lovely canal-side houses, all from the comfort of a four-seater paddle boat powered by your own pedaling. Cruise under the city's various bridges and soak in the splendors of daily life. Canal biking allows you to develop your own route through town and sightsee at your own pace. See website for more info. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Sparkling History |
Paulus Potterstraat 8 Amsterdam, NH 1071 CZ Netherlands +31 20 305 5300 http://www.diamantmuseumamster... |
The Diamond Museum in Amsterdam goes beyond a mere display of sparkling stones and explores the great process which creates these magnificent ornaments from the geological, technical, and artistic angles. A collection of crowns spanning many different generations and countries is also on display. Visit the website for more details. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A museum for film buffs |
Vondelpark 3 Amsterdam 1071 AA Netherlands +31 (0)20 589 1400 http://www.filmmuseum.nl/ |
You will not find old cameras or technical gizmos here. The silver screen itself is the showcase! Many rare films which can't be seen anywhere else are shown here, as well as recent works; more than 1,000 films shown yearly. Classic movies are screened daily. The museum caters to children, too, with kids' time 3pm every Sunday and holiday (except during July and August). The film library carries a collection of photos, scripts, posters and documents. Enjoy a drink at their Vertigo Cafe. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Holland's most famous museum |
Jan Luijkenstraat 1 Amsterdam 1071 ZD Netherlands +31 (0)20 674 7000 http://www.rijksmuseum.nl/ |
This museum is considered a true national treasure. Its exhibits include paintings from the Netherlands' 17th century Golden Age by Rembrandt, Vermeer, Frans Hals and Jan Steen. Rembrandt's "Night Watch" is the museum's centerpiece. You'll also find works from the Middle Ages and the 18th and 19th centuries, superb collections of silver and delftware ceramics, old doll's houses and fantastic examples of Asian Art. See website for visitor information, event schedule and more. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Largest Van Gogh collection |
Paulus Potterstraat 7 Amsterdam 1071 CX Netherlands +31 (0)20 570 5200 http://www.vangoghmuseum.com |
Enjoy the world's largest collection of Van Goghs, including paintings, drawings and letters. The museum also has a large collection of works by some of Van Gogh's contemporaries and friends like Gauguin and Toulouse-Lautrec, as well as a number of older artists whom Van Gogh admired, including Léon L'hermitte and Jean-François Millet. The museum features regular exhibitions highlighting art toward the end of the 19th century. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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