Amsterdam Sights:
Amsterdam is an historic European City rich in
culture and a major entertainment centre. The City offers a
number of interesting places to visit such as;
Museums: Amsterdam has a host
of famous museums such as the Vincent Van Gogh Museum, the
Rembrandt House Museum, the Amsterdam Historical Museum and
a host of other museums spread around the City.
Vincent Van Gogh Museum: a museum
dedicated to the works of famous local artist Vincent Van Gogh.
The museum features an impressive collection of Van Gogh’s
paintings and those of other prominent Dutch artists.
The Rembrandt House Museum:
the museum is based in the house where this famous painter
lived in during the 17th Century. The museum features an extensive
collection of drawings and art works by Rembrandt van Rijn.
Shopping:
Nieuwedijk-Kalverstraat: a pedestrian zone within
the CBD, here you will find a concentration of shops including;
sports stores, gift shops, clothing and perfumes. There are
also a number of restaurants and cafes.
Monuments and buildings:
Prominent monuments and buildings include; the
National Monument situated on Dam Square, The Royal Palace,
De Oude Kerk, De Nieuwe Kerk and Westerkerk.
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