The Netherlands
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Zaanse Schans: How to Take a Half-Day Trip From Amsterdam
A picture-perfect place with windmills, lush meadows, blooming yellow flowers, and mirror-like water. Zaanse Schans is an enigma and stirs up confusion about what it is. Is it a village? A tourist trap? A theme park? It looks too perfect to be real. Well, this quaint community is a must-visit place when in Amsterdam. It’s the prettiest place I saw on my trip 3-day trip to Amsterdam, and I recommend it to every traveler. What is Zaanse Schans? De Zaanse Schans is a quaint village in the residential Zaandam district near Amsterdam. It’s a tourist attraction built in 1961 to replicate the living and working community in the Zaan district…
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Best Amsterdam Food: What to Eat in Amsterdam and Where
So you’ve found yourself in Amsterdam, looking for a bite to eat but don’t know where to go or what’s good. Amsterdam may be known for its beautiful canals and museums, but it also has an extensive range of delicious food you need to try. The tricky part is, how do you know what Amsterdam food to try and where to eat? Like any big city, there are many tourist sites to eat at (which isn’t bad). But with a little effort, you can discover some great food that will make the search so sweet. Amsterdam is an international city with all types of cuisine there. You can find delicious…
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The Best 18 Things to Do in Amsterdam For Your First Time
When most people think of things to do in Amsterdam, they probably think of weed, partying, and the Red Light District. Loads of backpackers and young travelers come here to party, let loose, and partake in the weed “coffee” shops. But there’s another side to Amsterdam that is just as popular. Just think of Amsterdam’s beautiful canals, windmills, and museums. Amsterdam is a beautiful, historic city that started as a fishing village in the thirteenth century. It grew to economic prominence in the 17th century thanks to flourishing trade. To transport goods and a growing population, the Lords oversaw building more than 100 canals in Amsterdam. Many of the canals…