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Amsterdam, official capital of Holland, called also the Venice of the north part of Europe. This is the city of artists, tulips, canals and of course coffee shops. Amsterdam is a city, where everybody can feel a spirit of liberalism, diversity and tolerance. It is one of the most famous multicultural cities in Europe with tourist from all over the world.

Museums are outstanding in Amsterdam. You will find here the biggest collection of Van Gogh paintings and drawings, Rembrandt House Museum, where he lived and created his famous work of arts, Rijksmuseum with big collection of paintings from the golden age or lots of art galleries with modern art collections.

From its history as a trade city, Amsterdam owes plenty of canals, which now express its real character and make Amsterdam one of the most romantic cities in the world. Apart from canals, there are also famous bridges like Magere Brug (build in 1670), and other 18th and 19th century bridges.

Red light district is integrated into the city nightlife. Prostitution is legal in the Netherlands and the sex industry in Amsterdam is the best example of it. After local government legalized prostitution, red light district become famous and start to be one of the best highlights for tourist.

Exploring Amsterdam by bike is the best way to become a part of Amsterdam way of life. It is the most bike friendly city in the world.

Let's take a look on our website to read more about Amsterdam, and then you can start to experience Amsterdam by yourself.

 

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