Where to
visit:
Red Light District of Amsterdam, one of legendary place where cowboy have to go!
1.
Anne Frank House
The
Anne Frank House is home to where Anne Frank and her family remained hidden
from the Nazi’s in World War II. Anne Frank was a young Jewish girl whose diary
allowed people to understand the panic caused by the Nazi’s to the Jews as well
as her problems as a young girl. The museum is now a very popular attraction to
people visiting from all over the world. The queues tend to be very long so it
is important that you book your tickets before visiting.
Amsterdam
is well known for its canals which run throughout the whole city. It has over
100km of canals and over 1500 bridges which allows for a great method of
transport. Canal buses are available as well as canal tours for all those who
want to get around the city slightly differently to everyone else. It is
probably one of the best ways to discover the city as you can get on the canal
buses whenever you want and hop off when you wish to. Initially the canals were
created to aid trade and retrieve land to expand the city.
And
if you have a phobia of water then there is no need to worry because it’s just
as amazing to walk alongside the canals. Or more so, cycle alongside!
This
forest has become a big attraction to people visiting the city. It stretches
over 5km by 2km of land and has an astonishing 7 million visitors each year!
This forest was initially part of a forestation project and now bears over 150
species of trees and over 200 species of birds. With over 50km of cycling
paths, it is the perfect location to go cycling. There are sites to rent bikes
throughout the city and are fairly cheap. The forest also acts as a campsite
and has special attractions on throughout the year.
Also
known as the heart of Amsterdam, Museumplein is home to the Van Gogh museum and
the famous ‘I Amsterdam’ letters. There is plenty to do including shopping,
visiting museums, restaurants and also concerts and festivals throughout the
year.
Travelling
around the city:
The
best method of travel is trams/ metros as they are cheap and very efficient. In
my time there I don’t think there was ever a late tram or metro! You can catch
one directly from Schipnol Airport to your destination.Another very easy method is cycling. There are many places to rent cycles from throughout the city at a reasonable price. Bicycle lanes throughout the city make it safer for you to cycle and when you see the amount of locals who cycle everywhere, you’ll want to do the same!
Other methods include buses which again are very useful and efficient but taxis are also available if you require them. Taxis are obviously more costly however you can buy day passes for the buses.
Nightlife:
The
nightlife scene in Amsterdam is definitely one to see with many districts and
bars to visit including In De Wildeman, Club Candela, Paradiso and Alto Jazz
Cafe. You have to see it for yourself!Red Light District
This place is so popular and commonly known among friend finders. People are allowed to have fun legally. Furthermore, visitors can buy fresh tobacco seed here.
Recommended hotels:
Mauro
Mansion
Hotel
Fita
Holiday
Inn (South)
Hotel
Keizershof
Hotel
La Boheme
Tana's
review:
I am a man who like original town. With canal and classic hometown, I breathed, inhale and exhale that I have never done before. In Red Light zone, I have also never seen it before. I am so surprised. Unfortunately, I now have my honey so it is !@#$%^ while we walking around over there. Anyway, it is great to have a look myself here.
Aman’s Review-
when to visit and why:
I
would DEFINITELY recommend visiting Amsterdam for Queen’s Day which is usually
on 30th April every year! This public holiday is an excuse to have a
huge street party! Everyone goes into Amsterdam dressed in orange with faces
painted, wigs on and all sorts of outfits! There are flea markets throughout
the city plus live music and DJ’s. I went last year and it was by far one of
the best street parties ever!
By: Tana and Aman
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