Amsterdam Destination Guide

Major Cities Destination Guide

Rijksmuseum : Amsterdam

Rijksmuseum This is the number one museum in the city. Located in a majestic 1885 building designed by Pierre Cuypers who also designed the Stadsschouwburg and the Central Station. Why is the Rijksmuseum the number one museum in Amsterdam (in the Netherlands)? For one, this is where Rembrandts most famous work, the

Amsterdam - Accommodation

Amsterdam - Accommodation Amsterdam has a large variety of hotels. From the luxurious Amstel Hotel to the small boat hotels to the run down places in the red light district. For the cheapies, check out the region around the Warmeostraat, although some youth hostels are a little further afield. Try to

Essel World

Essel World Located away from the busy city life, Essel World is a refreshing getaway from boredom to excitement. An unmatched leisure destination, it offers enthralling attractions to the entire family. A simply superb place to recharge your spirits with over thirty-four thrilling and scintillating rides, games and amusements. It is

Amsterdam - Practical Information

Amsterdam - Practical Information The Tourist Information The VVV is the official tourist information office in Amsterdam. It is efficient and friendly, but can become very busy especially during the summer and the queues can be quite long. The VVV has two outlets in Amsterdam, one just opposite the Central Station and one

The Chain Bridge

The Chain Bridge The Chain Bridge – In 1832, count István Széchenyi, “the greatest Hungarian” began to organize the construction of the bridge. While travelling in England, Széchenyi became personally acquainted with William Thierney Clark, who was commissioned to draft the plans for the bridge, and his namesake Adam Clark was

Vivekananda Illam

Vivekananda Illam Vivekananda Illam is originally called Ice House, this landmark was re-christened Vivekananda Illam in 1963. This was in remembrance of Swami Vivekananda's brief sojourn here. It has been renovated recently, with a statue of Swami Vivekananda installed. r. Frederic Tudor, the 'Ice King', built three houses in Kolkata ,

St. Marks Cathedral

St. Marks Cathedral St. Marks Cathedral was built in 1812 and enlarged in 1901 for army personal and civilians who had moved in from Srirangapatna. Modelled on St.Paul's cathedral of the 17th century is a beautiful colonial structure with a dome. Roman archers adorn its walls.

Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum

Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum Isabella Stewart Gardner first welcomed visitors to her museum on New Year's Day, 1903. The Gardner Museum is a one-of-a-kind experience. Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum is like walking into someone else's fantasy, although it will soon become your own. Isabella Stewart Gardner began her

Paris - Shopping

Paris - Shopping If Paris had no monuments, it would still be great to go there just for the shopping. No other town has so many exquisite shops and so many well-known designers. Well, let's face it: there is only one Paris. Here are some of the main shopping places.

San Clemente

San Clemente The basilica itself dates back to the 12th century and is quite fascinating on its own. What is really fascinating, moreso than just the street level, is what lies beneath. This early church was built on an earlier 4th century church. Underneath the 4th century church is an ancient