The Black Archives: A Place That Changes How You See Amsterdam
Some places in Amsterdam change the way you see the city in subtle, lasting ways that stay with...
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Amsterdam Miracle and the Stille Omgang
In 1345, in a house on Kalverstraat, something happened that would turn Amsterdam into a place of...
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The beautiful Canal Belt
The Canal Belt, or “Grachtengordel” in Dutch, is the most beautiful part of Amsterdam...
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Beautiful Bridges in Amsterdam: Magere Brug or the Skinny Bridge
Magere Brug, or the Skinny Bridge, is one of the most beautiful bridges in Amsterdam. Stretching...
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Honouring Keti Koti in Amsterdam: Stories, Events, and Meaning
What is Keti Koti? Keti Koti, meaning “the chains are broken” in Sranantongo (a creole language...
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Best Day Trips from Amsterdam: 16 Dutch Cities You Need to Visit
If you’re here searching for the best day trips from Amsterdam, look no further: I have a...
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Travel Back in Time to Medieval Alkmaar: Kaeskoppenstad Festival
Kaeskoppenstad Festival is a cool medieval festival in Alkmaar, the Netherlands. For two days, in...
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Five Castles to Visit in the Netherlands (Gelderland Province)
When you look for castles to visit in the Netherlands, you should definitely put Gelderland...
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A Day Trip to Arnhem: History and Fashion
Arnhem, the capital of the Gelderland province, is located on the shores of the rivers Nederrijn...
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Discover the Hidden Oases of Zutphen: the Hofjes
One thing I like to do in every Dutch city I visit is to search for the hofjes. Hofjes are...
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Visit a Fairy-Tale Town: Zutphen, One of the Best Preserved Medieval Towns in Europe
Zutphen, Netherlands, is one of those rare places where history feels alive. With its medieval...
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Day Trip to Dordrecht
Dordrecht is a well-hidden gem of a city, in the province of Zuid-Holland, south of Rotterdam and...
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Day Trip to the Charming City of Delft
Only one hour by train from Amsterdam, Delft is a great choice for a day trip. Well known for its...
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Visit the Hidden Gems of Noord-Holland: Enkhuizen, Beautiful Historic Town
Last updated: May 2026 Cosy cobbled streets with flowerpots on the sidewalks, where cats roam with...
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