Amsterdam is the capital of the Netherlands and one of the most famous cities in Europe. Amsterdam has about 751,000 inhabitants and is known for its interesting architecture and lovely canals that crisscross the city. There are a lot of beautiful museums and historical buildings, but also quite a vibrant nightlife.
The City Center of Amsterdam has a lot of great cultural sights, such as the Rijksmuseum. In this museum the famous paintings by Vermeer, Rembrandt and other Dutch painters are on display. In the Van Gogh Museum there's a small collection of paintings by the Dutch painter Vincent van Gogh to view and admire. His other paintings are on display at a museum in Paris. The Vondelpark in Amsterdam is the most famous park of Amsterdam, locals come here all the time to relax or to jog. There's also a wide variety of tours on offer in Amsterdam, you can take a bike tour, a puzzle tour through the city, a ghost tour and many others.
Amsterdam is a great city and lovely holiday destination. The many restaurants, bars and discos ensure a wild nightlife. The beautiful old houses and great canals of Amsterdam will make you feel at ease and let you enjoy every day that you are there. For useful advice on planning a holiday to Amsterdam please make use of our comprehensive map which gives detailed information about your destination, its attractions, hotels and much more.
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