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Friday, April 18, 2025 – Photo of the Day – Amsterdam, Netherlands

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Where in the World Are We?

We are in the Netherlands, Amsterdam

AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS
A Blend of History, Culture, and Innovation
Amsterdam is not just about its rich history and charming architecture- it’s also a city that thrives on vibrant culture and modern innovation. With over 1,500 bridges, Amsterdam is often referred to as the “Venice of the North.” The city is renowned for its rich artistic heritage and strong ties to legendary artists such as Rembrandt and Van Gogh, both of whom lived and worked in Amsterdam.

Their legacies are preserved in world-famous institutions such as the Van Gogh Museum and the Rijksmuseum, which house countless masterpieces that attract art lovers from around the globe.

The city boasts more than 75 museums, including the poignant Anne Frank House, which offers a moving look into the life of Anne Frank during World War II. Amsterdam’s Red Light District, one of the city’s oldest neighborhoods, reflects its long-standing progressive and open-minded spirit. With over 165 canals stretching more than 100 kilometers, Amsterdam’s canal ring is a designated UNESCO World Heritage site.

The city also hosts numerous festivals throughout the year, such as King’s Day, when the entire town turns orange in celebration of the Dutch monarch’s birthday.

SIGHTS
• Red Light District
• Rijksmuseum
• Van Gogh Museum
• Museum Ons’ Lieve Heer op Solder
• Amsterdam Museum
• Nemo Science Museum
• Anne Frank House

SHOPPING AND CUISINE
The city’s famous flower market, Bloemenmarkt, is the only floating flower market in the world. Open year-round, it offers a colorful selection of flower bulbs, souvenirs, and seasonal blooms.

Amsterdam is also home to the oldest stock exchange in the world- the Amsterdam Stock Exchange- founded in 1602 by the Dutch East India Company.

Today’s Excursion – Amsterdam & the Rijksmuseum
We saw famous sights, including the Baroque-style Royal Palace, the New Church, the Mint Tower, the Weeper’s Tower, and the Rijksmuseum.

Rijksmuseum
From the time of Rembrandt, Amsterdam has been revered as a center of art. Today, the city is renowned for its celebrated
museums, such as the Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh, and Stedelijk Museums, to name a few. It is also a shopper’s city, featuring everything from the famous flower market to glassware, Delft porcelain, cheese, and wooden shoes.
Our guided visit to the Rijksmuseum will offer you an in-depth exploration of the museum’s collections. We discovered the Dutch
masters. The Museum is probably most famous for the Nightwatch and the Milkmaid, but it has even more to offer.

FROM THE DANUBES TO THE STEPPES
HEADLINE ENTERTAINER RUSTEM HAYROUDINOFF


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Dinner was in The Alantide Restaurant

MOMMA’S BOY
WITH HEADLINE ENTERTAINER DARRELL JOYCE

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