About Amsterdam
August 28, 2011
Amsterdam Boroughs
The Municipality of Amsterdam is divided into seven boroughs are responsible for many administrative activities that previously had been run by the municipality. Decisions affecting the borough are made at a local level, while issues that affect the whole city are handled by the central city council. »
January 30, 2011
Jordaan
Located west of Amsterdam’s city center the Jordaan is an atmospheric, bohemian quarter with a labyrinth of narrow streets and picturesque canals.It is peppered with small shops and galleries, restaurants and brown cafes. »
June 21, 2010
Amsterdam’s canals to be added to UNESCO World Heritage List
Amsterdam’s historic grachtengordel (literally, belt of canals) around the city’s center will be added to the UNESCO World Heritage List in July, a spokesman for the organization has said. But not everyone is pleased with the decision. »
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