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 Anne Frank's Hideaway |
Prinsengracht 267 Amsterdam 1016 GV Netherlands +31 (0)20 556 7105 http://www.annefrank.org |
Anne Frank and her family went into hiding here on July 6, 1942, and lived in isolation for over two years. The German occupation removed all the furniture when the inhabitants were detained in 1944. However, films and other media, including Anne's diary, give a good idea of what life was like. The museum opened on May 3, 1960, and an enormous visitors' center was constructed in the 1980s. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Architecture, Exhibitions & Concerts |
Damrak 277 Amsterdam 1012 ZJ Netherlands +31 (0)20 530 4141 http://www.beursvanberlage.nl/ |
H.P. Berlage (1856-1934), one of the most famous Dutch architects, built the Amsterdam Stock Exchange (nowadays called Beurs van Berlage) at the Damrak, near Centraal Station over a 5-year period (1898-1903). Berlage's intention was to produce a socialist building, in which all kinds of craftsmanship would come together to support the rise of the proletarian movements at the end of the 1800s in an architectural form. He is considered a forerunner of the Dutch architectural style, De Amsterdamse School (The Amsterdam School). The building isn't used as a Stock Exchange anymore; instead, all kinds of different exhibitions and concerts take place here. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Amsterdam's largest department store |
Dam 1 Amsterdam 1012 JS Netherlands +31 (0)20 552 1700 http://www.bijenkorf.nl |
De Bijenkorf (the Beehive) is Amsterdam's largest department store and can be compared with Harrods in London and KDW in Berlin. Situated in the heart of the city, it offers a variety of merchandise, including quality clothing by international designer labels, cosmetics, furniture, toys, jewellery, shoes, CDs, books, delicatessen goods, gifts, kitchen appliances and more. Although it cannot be considered cheap, every shopper will find something of interest in this great-looking department store. De Bijenkorf also provides such advantages as tax-free shopping, a cloakroom, an ATM machine, a parking garage and various restaurants. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 War Memorial |
In Old City Amsterdam 1012 JS Netherlands +31 (0)20 201 8800 (Tourist Information Centre) |
In the 13th Century the river Amstel was dammed here and on the banks of the river a small fishing community was founded, called Amstelredam. Boats could unload their freight here and alongside the Damrak. When the Nieuwe Kerk was rebuilt and the Royal Palace (originally the town hall) built, the enclosed square served as the city centre, both socially and for administrative purposes. The city was governed and law and order maintained from here, as can be seen in pictures of public executions on a scaffold in front of the town hall. After WWII, the War Memorial was erected on another square on the Dam, which is now a gathering place for thousands of people and numerous pigeons. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Amsterdam Netherlands |
The real core of the city is Dam Square with its beautiful Royal Palace. Most visitors arrive by train and the route they follow from Centraal Station takes them along the Damrak and Dam Square. This area is really focused on tourists. All kinds of souvenir shops, street performers and restaurants can be found here. The square is used for events and concerts and is famous because of the many pigeons. The two main shopping streets in Amsterdam, Kalverstraat and Nieuwendijk, come both out on Dam Square. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Former City Hall, now the Royal Palace |
Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal 147 Amsterdam 1012 RJ Netherlands +31 (0)20 320 4060 http://www.koninklijkhuis.nl/e... |
In the mid-17th Century the painter Jacob van Campen was given the assignment to design a new town hall. The city council wanted a grand symbol for their leading role in Europe at that time - Holland's Golden Age, as well as economic and civic power. The building had to make this clear for everyone to see. The town hall became the biggest in Europe. In 1808 the building was 'transformed' into a Royal Palace by the brother of Napoleon Bonaparte, Louis, king of the region during the French occupation. Nowadays, it is still a royal residence. The Dutch royal family, the Oranje-Nassau's, receive royalty and dignitaries at the palace. The new king or queen also present themselves to the citizens of the Netherlands from the balcony of the palace. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Amsterdam's Most Famous Church |
Prinsengracht 281 Amsterdam 1016 GW Netherlands +31 20 624 7766 http://www.westerkerk.nl |
The Netherlands's most renowned church has been the source of inspiration for many musicians. The famous tower was completed in 1638, its bells manufactured by the renowned François Hemony foundry in 1658. Though the Protestant community owned the church, the tower was the property of the local authorities and served as a lookout. This marks the site of Rembrandt's burial, as well as the marriage of Queen Beatrix and Prince Claus. For Anne Frank the ringing of the clock was a beacon of hope during WWII. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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