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 MSN Encarta - Amsterdam (The Netherlands)
Amsterdam is located in Noord-Holland (North Holland) Province, on the IJ (an arm of the IJsselmeer), near The Hague.
Amsterdam is the chief financial center of The Netherlands, and the Dutch branch of the multinational Euronext securities exchange is located in the city.
Amsterdam is The Netherlands’ second largest port, after Rotterdam, and it is linked to the North Sea and to other European countries by a network of railways, highways, and canals.
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 Amsterdam, city, Netherlands. The Columbia Encyclopedia, Sixth Edition. 2001-05
A major port, Amsterdam is also the seat of one of the world’s chief stock exchanges, a center of the diamond-cutting industry, and one of the great commercial, intellectual, and artistic capitals of Europe.
Amsterdam reached its apex as an intellectual and artistic center in the 17th cent., when, because of its tolerant government, it became a center of liberal thought and book printing.
The constitution of 1814 made it the capital of the Netherlands; the sovereigns are usually sworn in at Amsterdam and reside in a palace outside the city.
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 Amsterdam Netherlands Hotels ... Compare room rates at leading Amsterdam hotels   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Although the majority of visitors come to Amsterdam to enjoy its architectural beauty and outstanding tourist sights, monuments, museums and art galleries, the city is also an important venue for business conferences and conventions, and is at the center of the recently formed European Union.
Amsterdam is just 9.5 miles from Schiphol Airport, the fourth largest airport in Europe, is also close to the continental motorway network, and is a major port used by ocean-going liners.
Amsterdam is city of incredible beauty and charm in a land of canals, windmills, dikes, and picturesque countryside.
www.hotels-travelersnet.com /international-cities/amsterdam-netherlands.htm   (596 words)

  
 Amsterdam Netherlands
Amsterdam, the Netherlands' capital, is one of the world's best hangout spots, a place where you can immerse yourself in culture, history, art, in the head of a beer or a self-rolled smoke.
The Netherlands is situated in Western Europe, bordering Belgium to the south and Germany to the east, to its north and west in the North Sea.
The Kingdom of the Netherlands consists of the Netherlands, Netherlands Antilles and Aruba.
www.amsterdam-netherlands.info   (587 words)

  
 Friends - The Gaymap - Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Amsterdam is one of the busiest commercial centres in Europe.
Amsterdam was also the home of the painter Rembrandt; his house is now a museum.
Amsterdam, chartered as a city in 1300, became a member of the Hanseatic League in 1369.
www.gaymap.info /amsterdam   (577 words)

  
 Amsterdam, the Netherlands, by Bicycle   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
The problem with biking in Amsterdam is the tourists who walk across the bike lanes without looking for bicycles.
One of the charms of Amsterdam is that it's such a small place compared to Paris, London or Rome.
To the south of Amsterdam is the Amsterdamse Bos (Amsterdam Forest).
www.atyourpace.com /bicycle.html   (825 words)

  
 The Internet Guide to Amsterdam
Amsterdam is an unusual city in that it has all the advantages of a big city – culture, history, food, entertainment, good transport – with relatively few of the disadvantages: it is physically small, beautiful, relatively quiet, and largely thanks to the canals, has relatively little traffic.
Amsterdam is a late city: many shops don't open until 10 in the morning, and bars and cafés stay open till 1 or 2 in the morning.
Amsterdam Heritage: The site is difficult to navigate, but it has a wealth of historical information and photos of the city and its buildings.
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 Amsterdam hotels, Hotels in Amsterdam and Cheap hotels in Amsterdam - Easy to Book
Victoria Hotel Amsterdam The 4-star deluxe Victoria Hotel Amsterdam is located in the heart of the bustling shopping and business centre, opposite Amsterdam's monumental train station, close to Dam Square, Royal Palace and countless places of interest.
With more than 700 years of often tumultuous history behind it, Amsterdam has evolved into a melting pot of cultures and sub-cultures, bringing people from different backgrounds together to form a rather unique and distinctly urban environment that has something to offer to everyone.
It is this laid-back attitude that feeds and sustains the easy-going atmosphere of life in Amsterdam so often remarked upon by those who have spent time in the city, whether or not they have bothered to delve into the regions in question.
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 Amsterdam, Netherlands, 1928 (from Olympic Games) --  Encyclopædia Britannica   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
It is the capital and the principal commercial and financial centre of The Netherlands.
Settled by Albert Veeder in 1783, it was known as Veedersburg until it was renamed for Amsterdam, Netherlands, in 1804.
Bustling Amsterdam, capital of The Netherlands, is famous for its scenic canals, countless bridges, and stately old houses.
www.britannica.com /eb/article-59609   (881 words)

  
 amsterdam hotels - Netherlands - apartments in Amsterdam NL
The Di-Ann hotel in Amsterdam is a charming family-run 3-star property in the heart of Amsterdam.
We offer uniques apartments in Amsterdam catering for groups from 2 to 18 persons in a original 17th Century canal house overlooking the Geldersekade canal in the heart of the city.
Our amsterdam apartments and houses are furnished to a high standard, are totally private with ensuite bathrooms and equipped with everything we could think of to make you feel right at home right down to a spare tooth brush.
www.amsterdamhotelnet.com   (426 words)

  
 Amsterdam Budget Hotel Clemens === Look no further! ===
Amsterdam is full of the most delightful restaurants in the world.
Amsterdam is one of the few cities where you really can walk everywhere.
Fill your fridge with the fruits and cheeses of Amsterdam, and plan a picnic in the park.
www.clemenshotel.nl   (666 words)

  
 Amsterdam netherlands   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
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 kiat.net: Olympic Games Amsterdam 1928
Amsterdam hosted the Olympic Games from May 17 to August 12, made possible thanks to public support as the Queen of the Netherlands Wilhelmine was against the event, considering it a "demonstration of paganism".
The 9th Olympiad in Amsterdam was noted not only for the appearance of the olympic flame, but for the appearance of women in athletics events (100m, 800m, 4x100m relay, the high jump and the discus) - despite recommendations to the contrary by Baron de Coubertin.
American swimmer Johnny Weissmuller was another star of the Games - and added to his medal tally (five in total between 1924 and 1928) before heading for the bright lights of Hollywood and a career as Tarzan, Lord of the jungle in 1930.
www.kiat.net /olympics/history/09amsterdam.html   (456 words)

  
 Amsterdam Hotel - Amsterdam Hotels up to 75% DISCOUNT
Amsterdam Hotel Victoria has been the address from which to launch a successful business stay or enjoy a culture packed weekend.
Amsterdam hotel Victoria is a 4 star hotel located in the heart of Amsterdam.
Located in the fashionable heart of Amsterdam, the Gresham Memphis, with its ivy-covered façade, is the perfect place to sample the charm of one of Europe's most cosmopolitan cities.
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 Amsterdam Escape Apartments: amsterdam apartment accommodation with a difference, amsterdam accommodation and hotels.
Amsterdam Escape Apartments: amsterdam apartment accommodation with a difference, amsterdam accommodation and hotels.
Amsterdam Escape offer ideal solutions to groups wishing to stay together as a group instead of numerous Amsterdam hotel rooms.
At present operating in Amsterdam, Barcelona, London, Paris, New York, Delhi and Rome you can experience what it means to be a real local while staying in a World Escape apartment.
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 Amsterdam.info - Amsterdam tourist information, Amsterdam accommodation, hotels, apartments, guide
From its canals to world-famous museums and historical sights, Amsterdam is one of the most romantic and beautiful cities in Europe.
Amsterdam is a city of tolerance and diversity.
It has all the advantages of a big city: culture, history, entertaiment, international restaurants, good transport - but is relatively small, quiet, and largely thanks to its canals, has a little road traffic.
www.amsterdam.info   (301 words)

  
 Amsterdam hotel. Luxury hotels, boutique hotels in Amsterdam, Netherlands
Amsterdam is one of the world's best hangouts, with its very artistic, liberal and youthful inclination.
A few centuries ago, Amsterdam was the busiest port in the world, accumulating wealth still present today.
Epoque Hotels Amsterdam, Netherlands is: Great, boutique, luxury, quality, design, exclusive, centrally located, trendy, elite, leading, cosmopolitan, superior, central, four (4), five (5) star lodging accommodation.
www.epoquehotels.com /amsterdam.html   (275 words)

  
 Amsterdam Hotels: Budget hotel accommodation Amsterdam Netherlands
Hotel The Globe is situated in the Red Light District and overlooks one of the famous canals of Amsterdam.
Hostel AnneMarie is a combination of a hostel and a budget hotel in the centre of Amsterdam, close to two of the most visited places in the city the Van Gogh Museum and Anne Frank...
Hotel Westertoren is a charming family hotel in the center of Amsterdam, situated close to the canals of Amsterdam, the Anne Frank house, the Westerchurch, and the Dam square with...
www.euro-stay.com /Netherlands/Amsterdam   (563 words)

  
 Discount Amsterdam hotels. Hotels: Amsterdam, Netherlands. Selected accommodation. Accommodation in Amsterdam hotels.   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
A distinguished hotel built in 1896 situated right in the heart of Amsterdam, on the banks of the River Amstel.
The luxurious 5-star hotel NH Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky is situated in the very heart of Amsterdam at Dam square, opposite the Royal Palace.
Located inthe heart of Amsterdam with views of the canals and close to the flower market.Spacious and elegant, the hotel offers an unbeatable combination of price and quality.
www.amsterdam.hotels-travel.net   (248 words)

  
 Netherlands Travel Information | Lonely Planet Destination Guide   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
The Netherlands manages to be radical, sensible and quaintly staid.
In the 19th century an Amsterdam canal was filled in by authorities in a bid to put to an end the working-class street carnivals that were common at the time.
One of the crowds' favourite activities was a bizarre game whereby two citizens, each standing in a boat, would fight over an eel suspended on a rope from a bridge above them.
www.lonelyplanet.com /worldguide/destinations/europe/netherlands/amsterdam   (259 words)

  
 Amsterdam bed and breakfast & inns. Find the perfect Amsterdam B&B lodging on BedandBreakfast.com.
Noah's Ark is a charming guesthouse in a residential suburb of Amsterdam with 3 spacious and...
En Suite is located in an old canal house in the center of Amsterdam, on one of the main canals...
Friendzz B&B Amsterdam Center is ideally situated in the very heart of Amsterdam, on walking...
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 Amsterdam, city, Netherlands
Amsterdam's new hotel is city's first in 4 years.
VLM Airlines is the number one carrier to The Netherlands from London City Eight flights per day to Rotterdamand four flights to Amsterdam.
Amsterdam; Always a popular choice for a quick city break, the Netherlands' cultural hot spot is now abuzz with all the colour and excitement of the Gay Pride festival.(Features) (The Independent (London, England))
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 Amsterdam By.Com: Hotels in Amsterdam. Accommodation, lodgings, bed & breakfasts, apartments, townhouse suites
Amsterdam is living history, a city where you will feel immediately at home.
The Hotel Imperial is a small and intimate, non smoking, 14 room family-run hotel in the center of Amsterdam.
Hotel Damrak is a charming tree star hotel located on Amsterdam's main road Damrak, right in the centre of Amsterdam, at only steps from famous Dam Square.
www.amsterdamby.com   (348 words)

  
 Amsterdam Hotels from B2C Worldwide Hotels. Cheap and discount hotels in Amsterdam, Netherlands with free online ...
The Hotel De Korenaer is situated on Amsterdam's main street; the Damrak; connecting Central Station with...
The Leidse Square Hotel Amsterdam is a cosy and charming three star hotel with a traditional Dutch canal...
The comfortable 3 star Tulip Inn Amsterdam City Centre; it is situated in the heart of Amsterdam; located...
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 Amsterdam Hotels, Travel, Tourism, Tours, and Amsterdam Vacations
Amsterdam is small enough for the locals to refer to it as a village.
Prostitution along with the sale and use of marijuana and hashish is permitted and largely accepted in Amsterdam’s renowned red light district.
In addition to the extravagant nightlife, Amsterdam lays claim to some of the world’s most prized treasures including the Van Gogh museum and the insightful Anne Frank House.
www.internationalcircuit.com /amsterdam-netherlands/travel.html   (232 words)

  
 Royal Caribbean International - Amsterdam, Netherlands
Amsterdam, the beautiful capital of the Netherlands, has the wonderful atmosphere of a 17th-century city combined with the contemporary character of a modern metropolis.
Life in Amsterdam is centered on its many canals.
The Euro (EUR), the currency of the European Union, is the official currency of the Netherlands.
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 Serviced Amsterdam Apartments Netherlands   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Amsterdam accommodation is charged per apartment not per person - with a minimum stay of just two nights.
Our Amsterdam apartments are all well located with easy access to Amsterdam's theatres, tourist attractions, restaurants, nightlife and major shopping areas.
Our Map of Amsterdam will help you choose an apartment in a particular area of Amsterdam.
www.amsterdam-apartment.com   (340 words)

  
 Amsterdam Hotel Guide » Hotels.nl Up to 75% discount on hotels in the Netherlands
The HEM Hotel Amsterdam*** is perfectly located in the centre/west part of Amsterdam, only 5 minutes by car from the RAI Convention Centre, World Fashion Centre and World Trade Centre.
The Victoria Hotel Amsterdam is situated opposite the Central Station.
This delightful old building is a marvel of old Amsterdam architecture and an interesting carved-stone facade.
www.hotels.nl   (209 words)

  
 Architecture of the New Church - Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Built before The Netherlands' rise to the status of global superpower, it was an ambitious effort for what was then still a small city.
The simple fact is that the Amsterdam ran out of money and couldn't pay to have it built.
The New Church was the second to be built in Amsterdam.
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