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Discovering why Amsterdams Film Scene is Thriving

Amsterdammers love for film is quite evident in their lifestyle where many Amsterdammers continue to support independent movies and artists, and a trip to the cinema is a given every weekend. Amsterdammers are so adamant about their love for cinema that theyve even sponsored many of the major film festivals such as the Cinekid Festival and the International Documentary Film Festival. Amsterdam has a great love for independent films evident in the numerous cinemas found in the area, most having great ambiance and historical significance such as the elegant Path Tuschinski, the Het Ketelhuis, Pathe de Munt an Rialto Filmtheater. They also have a movie house which is run by students, the Kriterion. There is also the Film Museum found at Vondelpark which shows art movies and classics. Dont be afraid about the language barrier as many film centers here also show Hollywood films although for a more authentic experience, its best to sit through a Dutch film. The love for movies is just so evident here that its easy to get intoxicated!

What you can discover in Amsterdams Centrum

Everything Amsterdam has to offer is encapsulated in its Centrum. For one, the Royal Palace of Amsterdam is situated there, one of the four palaces which is used by Queen Beatrix of Netherlands. Once closed, the palace is now fully open to serve tourists as of last year for those interested to see where royalty resides. Theres also Bloemenmarkt, considered as the worlds only floating flower market. Aside from the flowers, the market also houses cheap souvenir finds for tourists. Next, check out the Van Gogh Museum where this Dutch Painters largest collection of works is found. Aside from the more famous ones, theres also hidden museums found in Amsterdams canals with private residents as curators or those intended to benefit small organizations, and are also worth the tour. Theres also Anne Franks House in Prisengracht 263 where she lived in the hidden room until their family was found and led to concentration camps. A myriad of shops and restaurants are also strewn all over the place so one can relax after a tiring day going about Centrum.

What to do and Where to go in Westerpark Amsterdam

The greatest attraction is of course its namesake, Westerpark, which is a stunning combination of park and people along with strategically placed in waterscapes that allow locals and visitors to lounge around in the park all day long. Aside from its main feature though, Westerpark, Amsterdam also offers tourists many galleries, restaurants, cafes, cinemas and structures which surround the park. First off, when its unique architecture that youre looking for, head on to Amsterdam School and Silodam. Silodam is a fascinating building to watch especially since it looks suspended on water and was designed by one of the most famous architectural greats, MVRDV. After the walking tour, grab a bite to eat at eateries like WestergasTerras with a fascinating view of the people on the streets with the advantage of a huge terrace or for something more exotic, go to Rainarai for authentic Algerian cuisine. For those on a budget, one can try the Caf Restaurant Amsterdam which serves delicious hearty meals in what used to be a 1900s engine room. See you there!

Amsterdam and all its Museum Offerings

Amsterdam has one of the largest collection of museums, so careful are they to preserve their culture which blends so many types of history from different perspectives. Delve into the fields of science, history, architecture, art and local customs, depending on which ones are more important to visit for you. For arts sake, theres the Rembrandthuis (House of Rembrandt) and the Van Gogh Museum, each offering an in-depth look at these artists and their works, and how it influenced Dutch culture in general. For those who are into more contemporary art, visit the Foam Photography Museum or the Netherlands Media Art, as well as ARCAM or the Amsterdam Centre for Architecture for a look at futuristic design. The Dutch Resistance Museum which records all the efforts of the Resistance during the second World War, as well as their Historical Museum is located here too. For the more fashionable side to history, check out the Museum of Bags and Purses. There are so many educational excursions to choose from, and each one should help take you a step closer to understanding Dutch culture.

by: Graeden McCree

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