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Amsterdam is one of the cities that are loaded with amazing and inspiring culture. While in the city, there are many museums you can visit to view various pieces of art and pass time. Some of the most preserved ones are:
Multatuli- This was dedicated to one of the most important writer from Dutch in the 19th century. This is a small building as it was made from the house where the writer was born. Visitors can enjoy various pieces of literature as well as paintings. If you consider reading as an adventure, this is the place for you.
Rijks- this is one of the largest art building found in the city. Art lovers travel from all over the world to view work that is displayed in the building. The building has millions of visitors that visit the place every year. It is one of the most popular buildings that have a huge complication of Dutch art. Here you can view classical work that dates back to religious work as well as modern pieces of art that have been made by upcoming artists.
Anne Frank House- this is found in a convenient location right in the middle of the city. This was a hiding place that was used by Anne Frank to write her diary during the Second World War. In the building you will find a display of the original diary together with other interesting pieces of work.
Tulip- this was named after the official flower of Netherlands. It is found opposite the Anne Frank house over the bridge. This is a special building that deals with flowers. It has numerous multimedia exhibits of the tulip flower. Here you can learn about the history of the flower, as well as the different kinds that are available. You can also purchase bulbs of various rare tulips as well as other beautiful flowers.
Jewish Historical- this comprises of four synagogues. The oldest one dates many years back to the 17th century. It also has a great collection of houses that display the history, culture and religion that was practiced by Jews who lived in Netherlands.
Stedelijk- visitors are treated to an amazing collection of modern art as well as a dash of contemporary art. You will also find an interesting sculpture that was built in the back of the building.
Civic guard gallery- this is a fantastic building that has portraits of all the chief residents of the city on display. All the paintings and pictures were done by the old masters.
