Amsterdam

A Teenager’s life in Amsterdam

Hello students, for a long time now I’ve been dreaming about a trip to Amsterdam. The city is filled with beautiful architecture, culture and festivals which appeal to everyone. These are many reasons why you should visit Amsterdam.

Museums & Galleries

Amsterdam is drenched in history so it’s no big surprise that you will arguably find some of the best museums and galleries in Europe. The famous Van Gogh Museum can be found in Museum Square. Also, Anne Frank’s house is a touching museum where you can see Anne’s hiding place as well as the diary itself. Moreover, the Rijksmuseum is Amsterdam’s grandest museum and here you can expect to learn about Dutch history and culture as well as enjoy the well-kept gardens, all for free.

Festivals

There is certainly no lack of festivals in Amsterdam! The biggest ones are Dekmantal Festival and C.R.A.F.T Festival. Other festivals include The Kings Day, the Voldelpark Open-Air Theatre Shows, Amsterdam Gay Pride and Amsterdam Kookt Food Festival.

Food

If you are foodie, Amsterdam is the place to go! Among others, there are 12 Michelin restaurants. You can also visit the restaurant Ctaste, where  dining is done in complete darkness, which is supposed to heighten your taste senses.

Nightlife

If you love nightlife, in Amsterdam you won’t be disappointed. You can find whatever you want in the city, beer, nightclubs, etc.

Canal

The Canal isn’t only for pictures, it’s also one of the best ways to see the city. You can take a standard Canal cruise in a traditional Canal boat, or opt for something more active.

Another way to explore the city is to hire a bike.

Moreover, if you want to buy food, souvenirs, flowers and art , you’ll find lots of local markets sprinkled around the city.

Last but not least, the people are extremely friendly and welcoming.

So, there you have it! I hope, you’ve been convinced to visit this amazing city by now. 
Sources

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4. http://www.maplandia.com/netherlands/noord-holland/amsterdam/
5. https://goo.gl/maps/uNZSxvshKe32

By Lazaros A2