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Amsterdam - Netherlands
Amsterdam is a soothing site for sore eyes as it gives you a feeling of old and new Europe. From its canals, meandering through the city like grapevines, to the latest designs gracing the ramps at the city's fashion week, Amsterdam is certainly a city of contrasts. It is filled with warm people who are relaxed and laid back and are ready to give tourists a real taste of Amsterdam whether it be partying until dawn or appreciating the city's historic beauty.  Amsterdam has become one of the most important places to trade in and is at the forefront of diamond and finance...Read More

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Hotels In Amsterdam

This 166 room hotel offers myriad facilities such as free hi-speed Internet connection, Wi-fi,...
Hotel Wijnnobel is located near Amsterdam's famous museum square, the Museumplein. For those of you...
The Thorbecke Hotel is located in central Amsterdam on the Thorbeckplein, and near the colourful...
Built in archetype 19th century Amsterdam style, this 2 star hotel is ideally located in the heart...
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Transportation/Getting Around

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Most car rental companies require ...		 Buses
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Direct Rail Link connects Schiphol ...		 Taxi
The taxi system in Holland is the ...
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Amsterdam - Netherlands

Amsterdam History
Amsterdam is believed to have been a small fishing village. It is said that the villagers who were settled on the banks of the Amstel built a bridge across the river to cross over to the other side. The wooden doors of the bridge served as a dam that held back the IJ bay. This is how Amsterdam derived its name (Amstel-Dam). Amsterdam gradually grew as a trading city, mainly the in the trade of salted herring and more famously, beer.
As immigrants from across Europe started pouring in, Holland acquired a large pool of talented manpower, skilled in everything from diamond polishing to... read more

Amstel InterContinental Amsterdam
Walk into one of Holland's most opulent and prestigious hotels and be sure to meet some celebrities...		 Grand Hotel Amrath Amsterdam
This luxury 5-star hotel located in the heart of Amsterdam is a monumental masterpiece. Grand Hotel...
Hilton Amsterdam
If exclusivity is what you are looking for then Hilton Amsterdam is where you should be. Located in...		 Hotel Okura
Located in the heart of the city, Okura is situated right next to the RAI Convention Centre on one...
Hotel Pulitzer
Hotel Pulitzer is centrally located in one of Amsterdam's chicest neighborhoods. Combine 25...		 NH Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky
Situated across from the Palace and Dam Square in the heart of the city, NH Grand Hotel is an...
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Premsela and Hamburger
Step into a world of exquisite antique and contemporary jewelry and gorgeous antique silver at this...		 Galleria d'Arte Rinascimento
Unassuming and modest, the exterior of this emporium belies the content loaded within. High quality...
Maison de Bonneterie
If branded items and exclusive designer labels is what you are looking for, then look no further....		 Mathieu Hart
Not one to flaunt its name, this unobtrusive store is a name to reckon with when it comes to a...
Webers Holland
Expect an explosive and unique combination when a hip, trendy, artistic,...
 Museum Quarter
The Museum Quarter which is located in Amsterdam Zuid is considered to be the Rodeo Drive of...
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International Documentary Film Festival
Come December and Amsterdam plays host to the International Documentary Film Festival. This...		 International Fashion Week
The Amsterdam International Fashion Week takes place in January. The event showcases the talent of...
Amsterdam Dance Event
The Amsterdam Dance Event takes place on October 18 till October 20th, and has 300 DJs and artists...		 Amsterdam Fantastic Film Festival
The Amsterdam Fantastic Film Festival takes place in April from the 18th to the 25 th and ...
Kwakoe Festival
The Kwakoe Festival takes place on 30th June and is all about having a good time and relaxing. The...		 Jumping Amsterdam
For those who love horses, Jumping Amsterdam is the event for you!  It is considered the best...
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Los Latinos
For those who crave a bit of South American food, Los Latinos a South...
 Garry's Muffins
A cafe that has over-sized almost everything! You'll find giant cups of...
De Orient
Ever tried Indonesian cuisine? If not, then  head for De Orient which...
 Restaurant Dosa
For those who love a little kick in their food, Restaurant Dosa is an Indian...
De Bamboeseur
The Bamboeseur is a small cozy bar serving snacks and lunches. Evenings see...
 En Route
A restaurant that offers nothing but the best French cuisine at affordable...
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Fast Facts
Location
Amsterdam is located in the province of North Holland Dialing code
Country Code: 31
Amsterdam Area Code: 020

Emergency numbers
Police: 112
Fire Brigade : 112
Ambulance Service: 112
Pharmacy : 694 8709
Doctor: 592 3434/0900 1515
Car Breakdown: 0800 0888
Amsterdam Information: 09 00 84 18 (Int )/ 09 00 80 08 (Local)
Police ( Non Emergency) : 0900 8844
Emergency Dentists Amsterdam: 0900 321 2230 / 0900 821 2230 / 020 686 1109
Public Transport Information: 0900 9292
Sea Rescue / Coast Guard: 0900 0111
  Population: 735,000 Ethnic Mix
White (69%); Black (19%); Others (12%) Languages
Dutch (national language), English (widely spoken), German, French, Frisian

Average Temperatures
Temperature in January:  -1°C - 4°C (30°F - 39°F)
Temperature in July:        12°C - 22°C (54°F - 72°F) Annual Rainfall: 668mm

Time zone
CET (UTC +1 hour)/GMT +1:00 (GMT +2:00 from last Sunday in March to last Sunday in October)                    

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When To Go

When to go
Amsterdam, the capital of Holland, is a city that needs no introduction. It enjoys a climate warmer than its sister-cities due to the Gulf Stream (the global air current which draws tropical air from ...

Kids In Tow

What to do with Children in Tow
Kids have many things to see and do when in Amsterdam:

Health & Safety

Health and Safety
Amsterdam is a safe city and the city stays alive till late in the night. It is hence not uncommon to find people on the road even well ...

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