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AMSTERDAM'S CITY CENTRE, WHICH WAS BUILT IN THE 17TH CENTURY, IS UNIQUE because it has remained virtually unchanged. The warehouses, canals and bridges are 400 years old, but life around them evolves with time. The atmosphere in Amsterdam is particularly cool and relaxing, partly perhaps because the city does not have traffic jams caused by cars – most locals move around by boat or bicycle or even on foot. Which of these is preferable when you arrive in the city as a guest? Why should you discover Amsterdam … … on a bike? Thijs Bakker: I believe everyone that wants to really experience Amsterdam as it is should take a bike tour in the city. Cycling is the main way of transportation in Amsterdam. Amsterdammers bike to school, to work, to friends' places, to theatres, to cine-
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mas, to bars and restaurants. Bikes are the red cells running through the city's veins. Being on a bike makes it possible to really get into the city and peek beyond the touristy areas and to get a deeper feeling and understanding of this place. … from a boat? Jesse Cohen: Amsterdam was built to be seen from the water! At the height of its greatness, Amsterdam's iconic cityscape was the first thing visitors from around the world would see upon entering its walls. Not to mention, after the constant near-death experiences tourists encounter while dodging bikes, buses, taxis, cars, trams and flying stroopwafels, a peaceful boat ride is the perfect way to relax and focus on the weird and wonderful history and culture of Amsterdam without having to constantly stare death in the face.
- Lõbus paadireis kanalitel. Fun boat ride at the canals.
AMSTERDAMIS VALITSEB ERILISELT LAHE JA LÕÕGASTUST TÄIS ATMOSFÄÄR. The atmosphere in Amsterdam is particularly cool and relaxing.