Edam-Volendam

National museum dedicated to arts and history in Amsterdam.

Located in the heart of Amsterdam, Dam Square is known as the “navel” and is a landmark in Amsterdam. There are a variety of cafes, restaurants and bars on Dam Square. The majestic buildings around Dam Square are also worth a visit. The imposing blue-top building on the west side of the square is the Royal Palace of Amsterdam. It is now used as a venue for the reception of the royal family and the new king's succession ceremony. The steeple Gothic church adjacent to the Royal Palace is a new church, which usually hosts organ concerts and exhibitions. To the south of the square is the famous Madame Tussauds, from which the huge round glass overlooks the entire Dam Square.

On July 6, 1942, Anne Frank and her Jewish family went into hiding here from the Nazis. They survived in solitude for over two years, but there was not a happy ending. Although the original furnishings were removed by the German occupation, Anne Frank's beloved diary paints a vivid picture of what life was like. The museum was opened to the public in 1960 and was joined by an impressive visitors center in the 1980s.

The Royal Palace of Amsterdam is one of the four royal palaces in the Netherlands. It was originally a town hall and court. As the political and economic center of the city, it is also an important part of the square and the artist's favorite theme. The highlights here are its architecture and the magnificent decoration in the palace. All places in the citizen's hall are covered with marble. The more eye-catching is the impressive map of the giant hemispheres drawn on the marble floor.