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Amsterdam is one of the world's best hangouts, a canny blend of old and new: radical squatter art installations hang off 17th-century eaves; BMWs give way to bicycles; and triple-strength monk-made beer is drunk in gleaming, minimalist cafes.
The city seems to thrive on its mix and, despite hordes of tourists, still manages to feel quintessentially Dutch. The old crooked houses, the cobbled streets, the tree-lined canals and the generous parks all contribute to the atmosphere.
Fast Facts
Population
739,000
Currency
Name: Euro
Code: EUR
Symbol: €
Electrical Plugs
220-240V 50Hz
Languages Spoken
Official: Dutch, Frisian
Time Zones
GMT/UTC +1 (Central European Time)
Country Dialing Code
+31
Weights & Measures
Metric
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