http://www.articlealley.com en-us editorial@articlealley.com Amsterdam the city on water is famous for its canals and museums. There could hardly be a better way of discovering the ?Dutch Venice?. The boat's time-table lets a person stop and get off as many times as one wish. The three 17th-century canals one... http://www.articlealley.com/article_102864_29.html 16th November 2006 The monumental quality of the Amsterdam city centre is largely determined by numerous 17th and 18th century houses, once owned by wealthy merchants and prominent citizens. Moreover, the warehouses deserve mention. Amsterdam warehouse architecture is uniqu... http://www.articlealley.com/article_102491_29.html 16th November 2006 Just off Amsterdam's main shopping alley there is the Begijnhof, a secluded court of almshouses with a quiet inner garden and the English Reformed Church in their midst. Dating from the 14th century, the Begijnhof used to be the house of devout lay-women ... http://www.articlealley.com/article_102273_29.html 16th November 2006 2006 is the year when 400 years ago Rembrandt, Holland's greatest 17th-century painter, was born. It will be the perfect occasion to train the spotlight on this Dutch master throughout the year. Like no other artist, Rembrandt managed to capture light and... http://www.articlealley.com/article_102262_29.html 16th November 2006 Parks in Amsterdam form an integral part of he city. It is city which has many parks generally all them cater to young kids with a padding pond and sand pit. It is one of the greenest cities in Europe and has 28 parks. In a city of cramped quarters, parks... http://www.articlealley.com/article_101877_29.html 16th November 2006 Throughout Amsterdam's history, ships have shaped the face of the city. In the first few centuries they were mainly small fishing vessels and barges, later they made way for the larger merchant ships and Men o' War, but now it is mainly the houseboats whi... http://www.articlealley.com/article_93000_29.html 05th October 2006 Amsterdam and water are closely linked, as they have been for centuries. It was specifically because of all that water from the River Amstel and IJ and the Zuiderzee that the first inhabitants settled here early in the thirteenth century. Water was als... http://www.articlealley.com/article_92614_29.html 04th October 2006 Amsterdam, boast the narrowest house in all of Europe. 22 Oude Hoogstraat is a tiny house with a clock gable, typical for Amsterdam. The front is only 2.02 meters wide. The house is 6 meters deep. Canal-boat commentators and other tourist guides like to p... http://www.articlealley.com/article_92183_29.html 04th October 2006 In old cities, streets had no names and numbers. If one needed to find someone, one had to know the name of the house. In Amsterdam, many houses had special signs - decorative plaques on which the sculptor could show what he was worth. Before street nu... http://www.articlealley.com/article_88445_29.html 23rd September 2006 One can always think that Amsterdam is one big historic monument. Still, some buildings are more historic and monumental than others and therefore more worth going out of one's way for. One won't have to go far out of your way to see Centraal Station. Des... http://www.articlealley.com/article_88441_29.html 23rd September 2006 During the 17th century, Amsterdam was the warehouse of the world, stuffed with imperial riches from far-off colonies and nearby neighbors. The Dutch empire has since crumbled but its capital remains a shopper's paradise. In particular, Amsterdam's specia... http://www.articlealley.com/article_88438_29.html 23rd September 2006 Street organs and carillons are to the Dutch what bagpipes means to the Scots, and they bring out the same mixed feelings. The elaborate street organs meaning barrel organs developed from hand-held barrel organs that were once popular throughout Europe bu... http://www.articlealley.com/article_88314_29.html 20th September 2006 One of the most unique items to take back home from Amsterdam are clogs, Holland's traditional wooden shoes. Clogs originated as far back as 1367, or probably are even older, and have been worn as daily footwear ever since. In Holland's wet and cold clima... http://www.articlealley.com/article_88217_29.html 19th September 2006 Amsterdam has been developing since early ages and the development taking place has all the variations and colors of history. Pijp was the first modern city development in Amsterdam at the end of the 19th century. Many houses were built here very quickly ... http://www.articlealley.com/article_87635_29.html 12th September 2006 The historic churches located in the Amsterdam city centre form the core of an important group of large historic buildings. The various churches of Amsterdam can be distinguished into three groups the medieval Gothic churches, 17th and 18th century Renais... http://www.articlealley.com/article_86958_29.html 07th September 2006 Amsterdam's unique position has made water and bridges to be of vital importance among the historic cities of the north. Along the banks of the river Amstel a city developed that depended on the water for its survival. At one time water was even more impo... http://www.articlealley.com/article_86329_29.html 03rd September 2006 Watch the gun being fired, the crew taking their meals on board and loading the ship's cargo. Then stroll through the centuries-old Admiralty storehouse and see the famous collection of old ships models, charts and paintings. Unearth the Dutch trading ven... http://www.articlealley.com/article_85717_29.html 01st September 2006 Amsterdam due to its location and proximity to two of the premier beer-drinking nations in Europe - Belgium, where modern beer was more or less invented, and Germany, famous for its beer consumption, is a great city to go drinking in. As for eating, this ... http://www.articlealley.com/article_85253_29.html 31st August 2006 Even though Amsterdam is not generally considered one of the world's major cultural centers, the quality and quantity of music, dance and film on offer here are quite high. The reason for this can be the government's long-term subsidy to the arts. With it... http://www.articlealley.com/article_85060_29.html 31st August 2006 A mysterious artist is busy beautifying the city of Amsterdam. The artist makes statues and then leaves them in public places. All these are for the tourist as well as the local people. The statues are made or bronze or even iron. These sculpted pieces ar... http://www.articlealley.com/article_84223_29.html 23rd August 2006 The "City of Diamonds", as Amsterdam was once known has been offered a special elite glamour by being the host of some of the most valuable and expensive diamonds in the world. It is not only that Amsterdam is only one of the major jewelry centers around ... http://www.articlealley.com/article_84211_29.html 23rd August 2006 Anne Frank was one of the Jewish victims of Nazi persecution during the Second World War. The building consists of two parts - a front house and a back annex. Otto Frank's business was located in the front house. The uppermost floors of the back annex bec... http://www.articlealley.com/article_77634_29.html 28th July 2006 Every cinema in Amsterdam screens films in their original language with Dutch or English subtitles. There are some 55 movie theatres to choose from, many of which are located around Leidseplein and Rembrandtplein. Though it is advisable to book tickets in... http://www.articlealley.com/article_77630_29.html 28th July 2006 With its maze of narrow streets, 17th-century canal houses, rich history, listed buildings, quirky boutiques and bars, the Jordaan is one of Amsterdam's most popular areas not only with the artists and designers who frequent the district, but with people... http://www.articlealley.com/article_77627_29.html 28th July 2006 It is not possible to call the term 'Dutch cuisine' a jolly a quick fry. For sure, it's taken a few centuries, but Amsterdam has transcended its geographic setting on a land best suited to spuds, cabbages, carrots and cows. Many of the famed greenhouses n... http://www.articlealley.com/article_76934_29.html 26th July 2006 The University of Amsterdam has a huge library with books and publications from all over world. One cannot picture the library as a single building or a row of buildings in which all the books are stored and displayed. The Library of the UvA is located in... http://www.articlealley.com/article_76346_29.html 25th July 2006 To experience some real nightlife, Amsterdam is a great place. Amsterdam nightlife offers lots of bars, pubs and clubs. Amsterdam has tons of different bars, pubs, clubs and events. Hardcore house, Garage, Techno and Lounge are currently most popular, but... http://www.articlealley.com/article_75306_29.html 24th July 2006 The city of Amsterdam has many different faces, which it shows at different times. Known by all to be the cultural capitol of Holland and having, with its beautiful canals running through the city centre, earned itself the honorary name of "the Venice of... http://www.articlealley.com/article_74984_29.html 23rd July 2006 No matter whether one travels on business or leisure there are plenty of hotels in Amsterdam. From cheap Amsterdam hotels to luxury accommodation in Amsterdam, one can find everything. The choice is unlimited. One of the hotels the Best Western AMS ... http://www.articlealley.com/article_74979_29.html 23rd July 2006 Amsterdam has the only floating flower market in the world, and one of the most fragrant places of interest during all seasons. The flower stalls stand on the houseboats. One can find there all sorts of tulips, narcissus and other bulbs and flowers. The b... http://www.articlealley.com/article_74520_29.html 22nd July 2006 Much of what is at present in the long life of the city is there form a long time. The dam that gave the muddy little settlement its name arose over the river Amstel during the last decades of the 11th century. Not much is known about this village, Amstel... http://www.articlealley.com/article_74516_29.html 22nd July 2006 Probably the most famous market in the Netherlands, this market twists most of the way down the pedestrian Albert Cuyp Straat in De Pijp area of Amsterdam near the Heineken Brewery. It receives over 20,000 visitors a day and almost twice of that on Saturd... http://www.articlealley.com/article_74506_29.html 22nd July 2006 Queen' Day is the most festive occasion of the year. It is celebrated on April 30th every year. Amsterdam is particularly famous for the all-out parties that commence on that day. There is plenty of orange on this day, as it represents the House of Orange... http://www.articlealley.com/article_73768_29.html 19th July 2006 The Amsterdam Dungeon is a horror based attraction a little way from Dam Square on the Rokin. It provides a really funny and scary couple of hours with brilliant live actors who will scare any person to death one minute and make that person laugh the hea... http://www.articlealley.com/article_73415_29.html 19th July 2006 Amsterdam is one of the world's best hangouts, a place where a person can immerse himself/herself in history, in art, in the head of a beer or a self-rolled smokestack. Amsterdam combines a huge case of big city exuberance with small-town manageability; i... http://www.articlealley.com/article_72911_29.html 17th July 2006 Amsterdam is The Netherlands's Number One tourist destination, and deservedly so. It is a marvelous place for the general visitor, having some world-class museums and other don't-miss tourist attractions. Of course, many are attracted by the city's infamo... http://www.articlealley.com/article_72696_29.html 16th July 2006 One of the best ways to experience Amsterdam is by bicycle- it's a very bicycle friendly city. A few rental places provide a repair kit or even road service to fix a flat the chances of getting a flat are not remote in Amsterdam. One has to be very carefu... http://www.articlealley.com/article_72205_29.html 15th July 2006 One can call Amsterdam as one of the greatest small cities in the world. The canals or world-famous museums and historical sights one can find everything in Amsterdam, so naturally it is known to be one of the most romantic and beautiful cities in Europe.... http://www.articlealley.com/article_72080_29.html 13th July 2006 The best way to see Amsterdam is from the water. To get the best sight a range of boat excursions can be booked at the information offices of Amsterdam Tourist & Convention Board. There is lot of choice it can either be a jazz cruise, or an architecture t... http://www.articlealley.com/article_71754_29.html 13th July 2006 Amsterdam has it all – but the Amsterdam RED LIGHT DISTRICT has it all also from brothels to sex shops to museums, it leaves nothing to the imagination. The Rossebuurt, as it is known by locals, is unlike any other place. Certainly, the Red Light District... http://www.articlealley.com/article_71019_29.html 08th July 2006 Gardens in Amsterdam, can be related to expression in abbey and monastery gardens of the Middle Ages where vegetables, fruit and herbs were cultivated. The layout of a medieval garden usually consisted of a square or slightly elongated rectangle. Cloister... http://www.articlealley.com/article_70644_29.html 07th July 2006 Fancy a sunny day out at the beach? Well, if you're in Amsterdam, you don't have to travel out to Zandvoort or Bloemendaal any more. Amsterdam is quite well-off in the trendy beaches sector. Beaches like Blijburg, Amsterdam Plage and the brand-new Strand ... http://www.articlealley.com/article_70340_29.html 07th July 2006 The historical character of the Artis zoo is quite apparent even before one enters the gates of the zoo. It is the oldest zoo with two golden eagles perched proudly atop the main entrance. One can enjoy the 19th-century atmosphere of the gardens: the wind... http://www.articlealley.com/article_69902_29.html 05th July 2006 For the nature lover there is always something to see in the hustle and bustle of Amsterdam. The botanical garden in Amsterdam started in the 17th century. It is still a nice, green place to spend some time. The new-built greenhouse has a complex architec... http://www.articlealley.com/article_69608_29.html 04th July 2006 Nightclubs are as trendy as they can be. Lunches become lounges and trends come and go with the speed of lightning in Amsterdam. One can visit a lounge or a bar or dance the night away in one of Amsterdam's many nightclubs. Amsterdam is a Clubber's ... http://www.articlealley.com/article_69463_29.html 03rd July 2006 Naturally, one must visit the windmills when in Amsterdam. Amsterdam is synonymous for its windmills, clogs, tulips, canals, cheese markets, practically everything that one would expect to find in a charming and utterly picturesque city. But, whatever ima... http://www.articlealley.com/article_69105_29.html 03rd July 2006 Amsterdam – a treasure trove for people loving architecture and old buildings. Amsterdam is still un-spoilt as its heritage has not been spoilt and is perhaps the most important intact historical city in the world. The distinct character of the city is it... http://www.articlealley.com/article_68878_29.html 01st July 2006 Florence, home of the Italian Renaissance, is one of the most historic cities in Europe. It is the capital of the region of Tuscany and has a population of about four hundred thousand people. Florence lies on the Arno River and during medieval times were ... http://www.articlealley.com/article_32900_29.html 05th March 2006 When it comes to touring the most popular cities in Germany, Munich is second only to Berlin. It is the largest city in the German state of Bavaria, and is one of the most prosperous cities in Europe. It has a population of just over 1 million people. ... http://www.articlealley.com/article_32896_29.html 05th March 2006 Madrid is the capital city of Spain, and is its largest city. The city is located on the Manzanares river and is in the center of the country. Because of this location, Madrid is considered to be the chief political and financial area of the country. ... http://www.articlealley.com/article_32890_29.html 05th March 2006