About Amsterdam
Amsterdam is home to a rich artistic heritage, spectacular historical structures, renowned museums, and a complex network of canals. The city is well-known for its thriving culinary industry and is home to the Anne Frank House. The world's largest concentration of museums is in Amsterdam, there are about 90 of them here. The Van Gogh Museum and the Stedelijk Museum are two museums you should not miss while in Amsterdam. Amsterdam has more than four times the number of canals than Venice. This is why the Grachten, or canals of Amsterdam, are well-known.
Places to visit in Amsterdam
- Bloemenmarkt : At the southernmost point of the city's canal system, this flower market floats on the Singel River. Since its inception in the early 1800s, the park has served as a venue for local men and women to market their goods to visitors. Roughly fifteen gift and souvenir shops border the park. During the right season, you may also get fresh tulips here. In addition to flowers, the stores provide cheese and other local organic products, as well as gardening supplies. You'll dig the extensive menu at the neighbouring Vegan Junk Food Bar if you're a vegan.
- Royal Palace: The palace, which has been the royal residence for more than 200 years, is a significant historical site and the location of important state visits by foreign envoys whom the monarch has invited. The palace is situated in Dam Square. The enormous bell tower, which is the palace's most prominent feature, has a gilded wind vane with a cargo ship-shaped top. Other noteworthy elements of the Royal Palace are Citizen's Hall and King Louis Napoleon's bedroom. Tickets cost €10(880 INR) for adults and are free for children under the age of 18 at the palace, which is open from 10 am to 5 pm
- Dam Square: Dam Square, the busiest square in the city, got its name from the dam that was constructed across the Amstel River to prevent a flood. It was built in the 13th century. According to popular belief, this is where the city was founded in 1270. The Royal Palace, the War Memorial, and the National Monument are the three most notable of many monuments and churches that dot the plaza. The square is frequently bustling with festivals or performances. Don't forget to try some of the food at the nearby Grand Café Krasnapolsky restaurant.
- Stedelijk Museum :The museum also referred to locally as the Stedelijk, is one of the most popular hubs for modern art and design. It was established in 1895 and is situated on Museum Square. Famous artists represented at the museum are Wassily Kandinsky and Vincent Van Gogh. Artwork and exhibitions change frequently on the Stedelijk Museum's first and ground floors. The museum is open every day from 10 AM to 6 PM, except for Fridays when it is open till 10 PM.
- Anne Frank House :During World War II, Anne Frank and her family and the Van Pels hid in this Prinsengracht home from the Nazis. This house-turned-museum and the back annexe make up the two sections of the home. The museum's glass-encased preservation of the Anne Frank diary is undoubtedly one of its most stunning exhibits. Visit the Achterhuis (Secret Annexe) to see the dingy area where the Franks remained silently for over two years. Please keep in mind that taking photos is not permitted inside the house.
Amsterdam Airport
The main international airport of the Netherlands is Amsterdam Airport, often known as Schiphol Airport (AMS). The airport is located at 1118 CP Schiphol, Netherlands, 9 km southwest of the city. The airport provides a number of the most sophisticated amenities for visitors, such as cafés, shopping areas, top-tier dining areas, a meditation room, and a library. Excellent intercity rail, bus, and taxi service connections are available from the airport to the rest of the city.