subject: A Practical Instructions On Centrum, Amsterdam Staying And Simple To Track Advice On Discovering Hou [print this page] Checking out the Different Eating Places in Amsterdam
Amsterdams idea of ideal dining does not only involve a great hit on the palate but on visual pleasure as well. Most of the eating areas in Amsterdam are meant more to be great hangout places rather than just places to dine in, where one is allowed to just pine the day away with family or friends. Take Bistro Sante at Regio, for example, an ideal restaurant for those who like big portions. And for those who like something a little more quiet albeit for a much older crowd, theres the Caf aad de Wolf which is converted into bar at night. At the historic Zaanse Schans, theres the Restaurant de Hoop op d Swarte Walvis, a historic area which serves great food and great conversations with the staff as well. And for those who like to combine Asian cuisine and seafood flavor, theres the Thai restaurant t Waepen van Naang-Nuan which specializes in fresh fish and sumptuous dessert. There are still so many hidden treasures when it comes to dining in Amsterdam, and discovering each one is both a pleasure to the taste and the visual sense.
The Design World in Amsterdam
Really, when so much freedom has been inculcated in a place, its no wonder that the mind can roam free without inhibitions of the conventional. The Design and Art world in Amsterdam is quite commendable having progressed in leaps and bounds in the last few years, from professional industrial designers to amateur artists. One of the most sought-after schools of design is found in Amsterdam, the Gerrit Rietveld Academy which brings in some of the most gifted students in Europe through their corridors to study courses on architecture, graphic design, fashion and textile design, jewelry design and special parts of photography and ceramics. Given this, its no wonder that so many shops in the area give homage to beautiful designs from furniture to accessories. There are many design stores in the area to suit the fancy of many tourists, selling both functional pieces and art for arts sake such as the Moooi Gallery, Droog at Staalstrrat, Woonstudio, Mobilia, Pols Potten, the Frozen Fountain and Bebob design in Prinsengracht, giving shoppers a chance to choose some of the best works to fit their interiors and lifestyle.
Discovering the Romantic Side in Amsterdam
Amsterdam is one of the places so far off from the concept of romance, that is so closely related to places like Venice and France, but one might be surprised at the romantic ambiance Amsterdam can offer. When given the chance, it is this unexpectedness that will spark the romance in a relationship when you visit Amsterdam. Amsterdam has a perfect backdrop for a romantic ride considering its a floating city similar to Venice with its cast canals and waterscapes, its quiet cobblestoned steps and the different couples walking hand in hand all add up to the beautiful atmosphere. There are also many cafes where couples can hang out in just having endless conversations in the afternoons or they can also stroll through the different mazelike areas of Spanjer en van Twist. And when thats over and done with, couples can head off to the several parks such as Sarphatipark, Flevopark, Vondelpark, Westerpark and the Snippendaal Garden and bask in nostalgic recalls. After everything, laze the remaining day away in one of Amsterdams minimalist hotels and watch the sunset together on a city thats bright with new perspective.
The Different Museum Stops in Amsterdam
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 fashionistas out there, theres always the Museum of Bags and Purses which chronicles the different bags from the Middle Ages. There are still so many to choose from, always worth the visit to have a different taste of Amsterdam every time.
