5 things Amsterdam is famous for

Canals: Known as the ‘Venice of the North’ Amsterdam has several canals and boat rides to offer, to go to Amsterdam and not get on a boat ride to cruise the canals and go under bridges would be a crime.

Windmills: Without the windmills, would The Netherlands be underwater? These pumping machines help keep the sea level rising at bay. Used for centuries for industrial purposes, the windmills are a famous sight to see.

Tulips: Keukenhof, a place famous for its breathtaking tulip fields, one should try visiting the Netherlands in the spring, to see the tulips. These flowers are considered a symbol for wealth and are the trademark for the Dutch.

Bike riding culture: More than cars, one will see people riding bikes. An easier, more greener way to move around the city, one should use a bike to really get the Dutchmen feeling when they visit.

Museums and historical buildings: Home to world famous museums, like the Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum and Stedelijk Museum. Amsterdam has many national historical treasures one should explore.