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Royal Palace in Amsterdam
Apr 21, 2007 3:58 PM GMT Source:
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The Royal Palace on Dam Square is not open for visitors. The palace has been closed for a major renovation. It will reopen in June 2009.At first sight, the Royal Palace on Dam Square doesn't look very royal or majestic at all, which is understandable because Jacob van Campen designed this building in the 17th century as the new city hall of Amsterdam. When King Louis Napoleon came to Amsterdam in 1808, he had the city hall turned into a royal palace. The large collection of Empire style furniture,
Minimal effort
Jul 16, 2007 7:10 AM GMT Source:
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Tired of walking or biking around Amsterdam? You can now hop on tram 5 which covers tourist spots such as Dam Square, Leidse Square and Museum Square. Even better, you can download an English spoken audio tour to your Ipod or MP3 explaining the different
Christmas spirit in the heart of Amsterdam
Oct 24, 2007 11:05 AM GMT Source:
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From 6 December 2007 through 6 January 2008 the Dam square will have a very festive atmosphere. In the middle of the Dam will be a gigantic Christmas tree, lit beautifully from sundown. The illuminated façade of the Royal Palace forms a majestic ba
