Architecture

Amsterdam is known for her luxurious mansions along the canals and charming gable facades. However, Amsterdam is full of architectural treasures to delight design lovers for weeks. From mills and cantilever bridges to buildings of the Amsterdam School and avant-garde design. 

Typical Amsterdam 

Many of the houses along the canals were built in the seventeenth century, at the height of the Golden Age Amsterdam. In these mansions lived and worked the richest families. The houses along the canals are characterized by spectacular gables and its double entry - the owners of the house accessed by the upper door, while the servants did the door beneath the stairs. To save taxes by the feet of frontage, these houses were usually long and narrow, with a hook on the top for lifting furniture and goods through the windows. 

If anything in Amsterdam know, it's bridges: citywide is nothing less than 1281! Not surprisingly, in a city surrounded by canals. Some of them are incredibly romantic, others are amazing feats of engineering, and others just .... impossible to define. Here are some bridges tend to your visit to Amsterdam. 

You may not know it, but Amsterdam has more canals than Venice and more bridges than Paris. And most of them are illuminated at night, adding more charm if it fits the canal belt of Amsterdam. Many of the bridges in the city are very specific, such as the Skinny Bridge (small bridge), which has been made ​​into a film story. With so much work, it is normal Dutch engineers are famous bridges around the world. 

The Old Bridge Width and Amsterdam 

The Torensluis is the oldest bridge in Amsterdam which is preserved in its original state. Built in 1648, the Torensluis is also the widest bridge in the city, with no less than 39 meters from end to end. Below you can see the barred windows of an old prison. The name means "Lock de la Torre," referring to the ancient tower of Jan Roodenpoortstoren destroyed in 1829 the statue of Multatuli Here it is also the author of the book "Max Havelaar". 

The architecture in the area of ​​eastern dyke of Amsterdam, The ancient seaport of Amsterdam, the eastern dyke (Oosterdok) has changed rapidly since it was allowed to build houses at the end of last century. Renowned architects, specialized in constructions in coastal areas, have transformed the old harbor buildings and dams to become a modern residential area of ​​Amsterdam. 

Modern living in historic warehouses 

This relatively new urban area of ​​Amsterdam is ideal for a stroll on foot or by bicycle. Then you will notice that after an ancient appearance, warehouses hidden inside very modern housing. In this area there are many restaurants, theaters and nightclubs. For example, the Bimhuis and Muziekgebouw aan 't IJ are located in this neighborhood. 

                             

East Street in Amsterdam.

building on the east side of the city.

Royal Palace in Amsterdam. 

The Royal Palace is located in Amsterdam's Dam Square. It is one of three palaces that still uses the Royal Family today. 

Although the Royal Palace in Amsterdam is the official residence of King William Alexander, on occasion it is used for official receptions. 

History of the Royal Palace 

In the beginning, 350 years ago, the Palace was the City of Amsterdam. In 1808, King Louis Napoleon Bonaparte il transformed into a palace and has remained so since. However, when you enter the palace you can still see remnants of its original function. 

The Royal Palace is open to the public most days. Visitors can admire the marble floors, magnificent paintings, delicate sculptures, gigantic chandeliers and an annual exhibition.

                    

The royal palace in Amsterdam