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Saint Nicholas, the patron saint of Amsterdam
Did you know that Saint Nicholas is also known as the patron saint of Amsterdam?
The Olympic Flame reintroduced in Amsterdam
Did you know that the Olympic Flame was reintroduced at the Olympics in Amsterdam in 1928?
The tradition comes from the ancient Greeks who kept...
Bridges in Amsterdam
Did you know there are more than 1500 bridges in Amsterdam? The Oudebrug is the oldest bridge, dating back to the 14th century.
125 years of history of Verkade
Did you know that you can see 125 years of history of one of Netherlands oldest family companies at the Verkade Pavilioen which is...
Amsterdam Light Festival 2017-2018
Did you know that from 30 November 2017 until 21 January 2018 the Dutch capital illuminates for the annual Amsterdam Light Festival? Take a...
Space Expo in Noordwijk
Did you know that you can see what it was like for the first men on the moon at Space Expo in Noordwijk? Space...
Archaeological gold mine in the heart of Amsterdam
Did you know that the construction of the North/South metro line ('Noord-Zuidlijn' in Dutch) in Amsterdam not only came with a lot of headaches,...
Schiphol’s busiest day of the year
Did you know that today is the busiest day of the year at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol? Over 177,000 departing, arriving and transfering passengers are...
Sample beer at the Heineken Experience
Did you know you can see the history of Heineken beer, the full process of beer making and participate in all kinds of interactive...