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Holland. The Original Cool
Posted in Amsterdam, Daily life, Dutch, Dutch Cooking, Flowers, Food, Language, Netherlands, Traditions, Travel, Vacation
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Have a 360 degrees Look in the New Church – Amsterdam
After the investiture of the new king of the Netherlands, on April 30, C360.NL made this -D photo. Click on it to see a 360 degree interior of the church and the flower decoration.
Posted in Amsterdam, History, Netherlands
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The Day After…
It was a glorious day yesterday. Most of the city is clean of trash again, the trash collectors of Public Works did a great job during the evening and night. HRH the king can sleep in, for a change. His … Continue reading
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Today’s The Day
The City of Amsterdam will wake up to 101 gun shots fired from HRM Evertsen, while it’s sailing on the IJ waterway, that splits the city in two. At 10 AM the abdication wil start The role of the Royal Palace … Continue reading
Posted in Amsterdam, Architecture, Art, Did You Know?, Dutch, Festive, History, Netherlands, Royals, Traditions
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Rehearsal
The morning started with a rehearsal, with the Queen, crown prince, his wife and 3 daughters. But also the police, military and other people who are needed to get things going fluidly on the day itself.
Posted in Amsterdam, Daily life, Dutch, History, Netherlands, Royals
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It Took Some Time…
I bought a national flag, flagpole, pennant and flag-holder 3 years ago. And never made the time to install them on my balcony. Yesterday afternoon I finally installed it, this morning I made a small adjustment and finally… it was flag … Continue reading
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Red, White, Blue and Orange…
The city turns into a giant flag, more so than 33 years ago when we had the last inauguration. On our side of town, the sunny side of Amsterdam North, the Overhoeks Tower looks even better than the artist impression … Continue reading
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Enjoying Sunshine
Today was another beautiful day. I was off to town very early, for my doing, not that I needed anything but a breath of fresh air and a cup of coffee was all I wanted. I started with a cappuccino at … Continue reading
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Countdown to a new King and Queen
Queen’s Day [April 30] is always a special day in Amsterdam and this year, there’ll be even more to celebrate as the new king and queen of the Netherlands are officially inaugurated. Earlier this year, Her Majesty the Queen … Continue reading
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