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Rahul viz recommends Sightseeing and hotels in Amsterdam. See http://www.bookings.nl/city/nl/amsterdam.html?aid=305255 for more information
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 Narrowest House in Venice of NorthAmsterdam, boast the narrowest house in all of Europe. 22 Oude Hoogstraat is a tiny house with a clock gable, typical for Amsterdam. The front is only 2.02 meters wide. The house is 6 meters deep. Water Its Significance in City On WaterAmsterdam and water are closely linked, as they have been for centuries. It was specifically because of all that water from the River Amstel and IJ and the Zuiderzee that the first inhabitants settled here early in the thirteenth century. Living On Water in the City On WaterThroughout Amsterdam's history, ships have shaped the face of the city. In the first few centuries they were mainly small fishing vessels and barges, later they made way for the larger merchant ships and Men o' War. Street Singers in Venice of NorthStreet organs and carillons are to the Dutch what bagpipes means to the Scots, and they bring out the same mixed feelings. Gay Time in City On WaterAmsterdam has rather a huge gay scene. Many foreigners find themselves attracted to the city, and one can also spot celebrities. Wearing Clogs in AmsterdamOne of the most unique items to take back home from Amsterdam are clogs, Holland's traditional wooden shoes. Clogs originated as far back as 1367, or probably are even older, and have been worn as daily footwear ever since. Modern City in Venice of NorthAmsterdam has been developing since early ages and the development taking place has all the variations and colors of history. Pijp was the first modern city development in Amsterdam at the end of the 19th century. Highlights From Canals in City On WaterAmsterdam the city on water is famous for its canals and museums. There could hardly be a better way of discovering the "Dutch Venice". The boat's time-table lets a person stop and get off as many times as one wish. Restoring the Grandeur of AmsterdamThe monumental quality of the Amsterdam city centre is largely determined by numerous 17th and 18th century houses, once owned by wealthy merchants and prominent citizens. Maidens in the Venice of NorthJust off Amsterdam's main shopping alley there is the Begijnhof, a secluded court of almshouses with a quiet inner garden and the English Reformed Church in their midst.
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