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About Amsterdam:
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Amsterdam, the capital of Netherlands, is located in the south of North Holland. Amsterdam was founded in the later half of the 12th century. Earlier it was just a small fishing town which later became main centre for finance and diamonds. The city is known for its most important historic port, the Rijksmuseum. During the Dutch Golden Age, it was one of the important ports and it contributed in the development of trade and commerce of Holland. In the 17th century, the city witnessed the evolution of classical architecture. It is also known as the “Venice of North” because of its countless canals. Amsterdam is also houses Europe’s largest airport, sea-port and stock exchanges. The rich cultural heritage of Amsterdam can be evident in the old monuments and buildings.
Accommodation:
You can make a choice out of 400 registered Amsterdam hotels which offer accommodation of varying standards from budget to expensive hotels in Europe. It is suggested to make bookings in advance for weekends and holidays. You can find accommodation especially near Meseumplein or around Warmeosstraat. You can stay in budget hotels like Hotel ABBA, Hotel Ben, Hotel de Stern and many more. You can find accommodation in youth hostels also. Renting apartments and canal boats is regarded to be illegal.
Transport:
Amsterdam is home to the biggest airport in the world. From Schiphol airport you have direct air connectivity to many worldwide destinations. From the Centraal Station, you can take the Eurostar train which connects you to Britain. Long distance bus travels can be a cheaper option to travel from Amsterdam to other parts of Europe. Ferries also connect Amsterdam to Britain and Norway.
Getting around in Amsterdam is very easy. While staying in Amsterdam hotels, the best way to visit the country is by bicycle. From Centraal Station you get an excellent service of trams, buses, train and metro. Exploring the city by taxi will be expensive. You can also ply on canal boats which will take you across to Amsterdam North from the Centraal station.
Activities:
While Staying in the hotels in Amsterdam you have an opportunity to visit one of the largest historic city centers in Europe. As the city did not suffer any bombings in the Second World War, the originality of the city still remains the same. The most pro-eminent being the Canal Ring which marks to 17th century. Warmoeststraat and Zeedijk are the oldest part of the city. You can also find medieval houses at Begijnhof and Zeedijk. You can also visit numerous churches and museums while visiting the city. You can also have the pleasure of relaxing in the long beaches of Amsterdam.
Food:
Amsterdam offers you a chance to taste the main cuisine of Holland- Heineken, Whitbeer, bitterballen, kroketten and broodje haring. You can get cheap and ready-made food from the Albert Heijn supermarkets. You can also get to taste of Asian, Indonesian, unexpected Surinamese and Chinese food in the Amsterdam restaurants. The local specialty that you can taste is local Dutch cheese which varies from the Cumin cheese to Old cheese.
Shopping:
The main central shopping streets of Amsterdam are lined with shops selling fashionable clothes and goods. The streets of Nieuwendijk, Kalverstraat, Heiligeweg and Leidsestraat are worth visiting in Amsterdam. You can find Chinese shops at Zeedijk or at Nieuwmarkt but is certainly not China-town.
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HEM Hotel
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Voorburgstraat 250, 1059 VD, Amsterdam, Netherlands, Amsterdam, Netherlands
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Nicely located in a residential area in the west part of Amsterdam and only approximately a 15-20 mi...
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Trianon Hotel (Dorm Room)
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J.W. Brouwer Straat 3 - 7, NL-1071, Amsterdam, Netherlands, Amsterdam, Netherlands
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Located in a peaceful, residential street, the Trianon hotel is, nevertheless, very centrally locate...
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