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Berlage Stock Exchange
When Berlage Stock Exchange operating according to its original purpose, the main trading hall resembled a cathedral more than an office space. The spacious interior, with its high ceilings, large windows, and abundant natural light, creates a sense of solemn grandeur.
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International Bicycle Day
The bicycle is understandable, convenient, and accessible. In the Netherlands, it’s used by children and the elderly, workers and monarchs alike. For the Dutch, it’s more than just a mode of transportation—it’s a symbol of the nation’s love of freedom and pragmatism.
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Flag of the Kingdom of the Netherlands
The red, white, and blue flag of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. Were these colors always like this? Initially, the flag of the republic was the banner of the Prince of Orange, with his family colors: orange, white, and blue. So, the flag looked exactly the same as it does today, but with orange instead of red.
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Café Het Papeneiland
Café Het Papeneiland is one of the oldest establishments in the city, dating back to 1642! This corner building is perhaps one of the most recognizable in Amsterdam. The building has been depicted in numerous paintings, drawings, and postcards. The view of the corner building between Amsterdam’s Prinsengracht and Brewers’ Canal is perhaps one of …
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The Coat of Arms of Amsterdam
The Amsterdam coat of arms consists of four elements: a shield, which bears these three crosses, the crown of the Austrian Empire, two lions flanking it, and the city’s motto below. So, let’s take it one step at a time… Considering one of the most common stereotypes about the city of Amsterdam — that it …
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The Ice Rink at Amsterdam’s Museumplein
The ice rink at Amsterdam’s Museumplein is one of the city’s most iconic winter spaces. Every year, with the onset of cold weather, the open grassy area between the Rijksmuseum and the Van Gogh Museum is transformed into a carefully maintained ice rink.
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Spiegelkwartier — Antiques District
Spiegelkwartier is often referred to as the antiques district: several streets are home to dozens of specialized shops, galleries, and salons selling art and antiques from various eras.
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De Gooyer Windmill
De Gooyer Windmill rises on the eastern edge of the city center, next to canals and brick houses, like a chance visitor from the 17th century.
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Miniature Houses on Westerstraat
Tourists strolling along the city’s Westerstraat notice that the house numbers on the north side of the street are missing from 54 to 70. What happened to the seven missing addresses in between?
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Bevrijdingsdag
Bevrijdingsdag, or Liberation Day, is celebrated in the Netherlands on May 5th and commemorates the end of the German occupation during World War II. On this day in 1945, German troops in the country signed the surrender.
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