Amsterdam
Tipsy buildings in Amsterdam
Did you know that not all buildings with uneven levels in Amsterdam are slanting outwards, backwards or sideways because of the unstable swampy foundation?...
Carillons in Amsterdam
Did you know that the world's greatest concentration of carillons is found in Amsterdam? Most of the 9 carillons date back to the 17th...
International Pillow Fight Day in Amsterdam
Did you know that International Pillow Fight Day is taking place in many countries all over the world tomorrow? The Amsterdam edition starts at...
Restoration of Anne Frank’s appartment
Did you know that the apartment in which Anne Frank and her family lived from 1933 until they went into hiding in 1942 has...
Kalverstraat: Amsterdam’s busiest shopping street
Did you know that Amsterdam's busiest shopping street Kalverstraat is named after the cattle market that was held there until 1629? Not only is...
Royal Palace overlooking Dam Square in Amsterdam
Did you know that the 17th century Royal Palace overlooking Dam Square in Amsterdam is used by King Willem-Alexander for official functions and to entertain...
Rijksmuseum Amsterdam reopens after 10-year renovation
Did you know that the State Museum (Rijksmuseum) in Amsterdam opens its doors today after a 10-year renovation? The museum exhibits over 8,000 objects...
Relive the Netherlands’ horrifying history at the Amsterdam Dungeon
Did you know you can relive the Netherlands' horrifying history at the Amsterdam Dungeon? During the 80-minute tour you get to step aboard a...
Vondelpark in Amsterdam
Did you know that the lively Vondelpark in Amsterdam is the most famous park of the Netherlands with 10 million visitors yearly? Besides a...
Violinist suddenly bursting through the floor
Did you know this statue of a violin player bursting through the tiles floor of Amsterdam's city hall and opera house Stopera is made...