…roll through the streets, trying to find hidden areas, adorable canals and bridges. When you visit Volendam, don’t do it in a rush; make sure you have enough time to take in the beauty of the place. You can visit for a whole day or just half, combining it with one of the nearby villages of Edam, Marken and Monnickendam, but it’s better to take your time, because it’s worth it. What to see and do in Volendam Volendams Museum. The historic museum of…
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…ds, looking straight out of a fairy tale, with its gorgeous gates, drawing bridges, moats and towers and its location in the middle of a large park, with lakes, rose gardens and forests. De Lumineuze Nachten offers a unique experience: the castle grounds are illuminated and come alive with stories told through colourful projections. They call it ”the largest open-air cinema in the Netherlands”. The walking route is about 2.2 kilometres and takes r…
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…has the status of protected village view and the villas, along with three bridges that connect them, are considered national monuments. I recently found one of the villas for sale on a real estate website, and got a glimpse of its interior through the photos. If I had a few million euros, I’d buy it immediately. But since I don’t, I only get to admire these buildings from the outside, whenever I’m in the area. What do you think? Would you like to…
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…pleasure to wander on the narrow streets, to admire the old buildings and bridges, to visit the unique boutiques or the cheese shops where you can sample many cheese assortments. If you’re in the mood to see some museums, there are a few to choose from: The Stedelijk Museum Alkmaar, a Beer Museum or — why not? — The Beatles Museum! Otherwsie, just walk around and enjoy the city! Here is the usual photo gallery, to give you an idea about the city:…
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…est moments, the most quiet. Go out before everyone wake, and you’ll catch bridges veiled in mist, the canals water undisturbed, a true mirror for the city, and empty streets where the birds roam undisturbed. Or seek out the golden hour – the time of day when sunlight warms every brick and ripple and even the most ordinary street corner becomes drenched in honeyed glow. Find a good spot and let that soft light do half your work. Explore side stree…
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…friend recently, the only way is to go further, because I burned down the bridges that could bring me back (and I’m so happy I did it!). I also hit a few bumps on the road, already, but, after the initial shake, they proved to be inspirational, and probably in time I’ll look at them as important parts of my learning journey. As I write this, I’m already thinking about my homework for the inclusion and diversity module, so I should wrap it up and…
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…ij Abcoude), it’s an old village with historical buildings and interesting bridges. The day was sunny (albeit chilly) and it was a pleasure to walk around on the streets of this village. I combined Abcoude with Woerden, so I was already a bit tired when I arrived here. However, the visit was pleasant. The village was quiet, with only a few people around, enjoying the sun and the spring flowers. The fort wasn’t open on that day. I walked around, an…
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…get hit by a sudden rush of beauty. The way the light hits the water, the bridges, the trees and the houses –- it’s breath-taking. In that moment, I feel so lucky and proud to be part of Amsterdam. Stay tuned for more and follow Amsterdamian on Instagram and Facebook for more stories about life in the Netherlands. Please share this post if you liked it! Check out my photo book: Amsterdam Through the Seasons! Love what you’re reading? Support my w…
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…and then he took them into the city, rolling them against facades, doors, bridges, imprinting the vases with literal impressions of the city. He collected the glaze for the vases from across Amsterdam. Other materials included shells from the IJ, glass from cafés, charcoal from a kebab shop, ash from a pizzeria, and silt from the canals. 24 Hours Amsterdam. There will be a few special editions of 24 Hours Amsterdam in 2025. Each edition will have…
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…the sidewalk and the bikers are very nervous when you stand in their way! A great part of this city’s charm and beauty is given by the colourful bikes and I couldn’t imagine it without them. I have the impression that these two-wheeled vehicles are incorporated in it’s walls, bridges and buildings… Stay tuned for more and follow Amsterdamian on Instagram and Facebook for more stories about life in the Netherlands. Please share this post if you li…
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