Tag: Canals

5 Beautiful Things I See on My Daily Ride on the Amsterdam Canals

I’d spend every hour of every day biking through this city. Early morning is my favourite time. To avoid the crowds, to feel like this beauty is my own. Here are the things that bring me most joy while I cycle on the canals: The light — it’s so unique, especially i...

How Amsterdam doesn’t have canals

Amsterdam is famous for its canals. Except, it doesnt’ have that many. That is, in Dutch it hasn’t. The Dutch word for canal is kanaal, pronounced similar to canal. A kanaal is a wide and straight waterway used by small and large transport ships. The best known kanaal Amsterdam has is th...

Amsterdam: A City of Canals, Culture, and Creativity

Amsterdam, the capital city of the Netherlands, is a vibrant and dynamic city that is steeped in history and culture. With its picturesque canals, colorful houses, and world-renowned museums, Amsterdam is a city that has something to offer for everyone. One of the most unique features of Amsterda...