Amsterdam

About:

The historic city of Amsterdam dates back to the 13th century and is built on 5 concentric canals that give the center of town its unique character. Lining these canals are the gabled 17th century homes of wealthy merchants whose taxes were determined by the width of their house- hence the distinctive narrow profile of the buildings. Amsterdam is justly famous for its fine art, from Van Gogh to the Dutch masters of Rembrandt and Vermeer and for its relaxed café lifestyle and vibrant nightlife.

To Do List:

• Explore the city by canal boat or better still, copy the locals and get on your bike
• Check out some of the world’s great paintings at the Rijksmuseum and the Van Gogh Museum
• Visit Anne Frank’s House for a poignant memorial to the Holocaust
• Get into the ‘gezellig’ spirit at one of Amsterdam’s ‘brown cafes’
• Join the party at one of the city’s many festivals including Queen’s Day at the end of April and the Canal Festival in August