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Amsterdam, the capital of the Netherlands, is one of the most populous and colorful cities in the country. The name of the city comes from Amstelredamme, a dam on the Amstel River. The city has one of the most deep-rooted urban textures in Europe with its structures, most of which date back to the 17th century.

The city center of Amsterdam, consisting of intertwined canals, is called the “City of Canals” for this feature. The historical buildings that are located on both sides of the canals and used today as homes, public buildings or private workplaces have become the symbol of the city. Although the houseboats you can see on some canals that emerged due to the housing shortage in the 70s, they have become one of the symbols of the city today.

There seems to be almost no limit to what you can discover in this city! Let's take a look at the iconic landmarks and popular discovery stops of the city.

Rijksmuseum

One of the most important museums in Amsterdam, the Rijksmuseum presents important artistic richness with great magnificence. The museum, which was founded in The Hague in the early 1800s, was later moved to Amsterdam and took its current form in the early 20th century. Located in the museum district, the Rijksmuseum's collection includes works such as The Night Watch and The Jewish Bride by Rembrandt and The Milkmaid by Vermeer.

Van Gogh Museum

Opened in 1973 and among the popular museums of Amsterdam, the Van Gogh Museum welcomes visitors from all over the world every year. Starry Night, one of the most famous works of Van Gogh, can be visited in this museum. The museum, which hosts more than 200 paintings and nearly 500 drawings, also exhibits works by painters that were inspired by Van Gogh.

Heineken Experience

One of the most authentic centers in Amsterdam, Heineken Experience was established on the site where the Heineken brand produced beer until 1988. With the increasing demand for the brand's products, the need to move to a larger facility arose and it was decided to transform this old facility into an experience center. Heineken Experience, which opened its doors in 2001, serves as a museum and touristic activity area. It is possible to participate in many activities in this area, from beer making workshops to beer tasting events, from concerts to open-air organizations.

Vondelpark

Vondelpark, the largest city park in Amsterdam, is a social area where both tourists and locals spend time. Vondelpark, where you can do many activities such as cycling, taking pictures, reading a book, taking your furry f

riends for a walk, doing sports with your friends or just lying on the grass and enjoying the moment, also hosts free concerts from time to time.

The Dam Square

Located in the city center and serving as a meeting point, The Dam Square hosts many hotels, restaurants, cafes, bars and shops. The Royal Palace of Amsterdam, Madame Tussauds Museum, National Monument and The Nieuwe Kerk, a 15th-century church, are among the important structures that can be seen in The Dam Square.

Amsterdam Cheese Museum

Cheese making, a tradition that has been going on for 600 years in Amsterdam, is one of the symbols of this city. Traditional Dutch cheeses can be tasted in the museum that is founded by two young entrepreneurs who specialize in Dutch cheese. Pictures and videos containing important information about the history of cheese and its production processes can be seen in this museum. You can also join a comprehensive museum tour if you would like to learn more.

Amsterdam Canals

These city canals, which reflect the identity of Amsterdam and have been used for transportation and trade for centuries, were added to the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2010. You can take a special trip with boat tours, one of the most romantic ways to tour the city and discover many important points of the city from the canals.

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