Nieuwendam, Amsterdam, annexed former village

Nieuwendam

The former village of Nieuwendam (New Dam) dates from the time when a new dike and a new dam were created here after a dike breach in 1514. The dam…
Former Hope & Co bank, Keizersgracht 444-446, Amsterdam

Hope & Co Bank

At Keizers­gracht 444-446 you find the white building of the former Hope Bank. Around 1660 members of the Hope family (originally from Scotland)…
Café Hoppe, Amsterdam

Café Hoppe

At Spui 18-20, corner with Hei­steeg, you find one of Amsterdam’s oldest cafés, with a loyal and varied clientele. Sometimes completely crowded,…