Amsterdam, The Netherlands

Amsterdam has a reputation of coffee shops where one can legally buy and smoke marijuana, as well as a thriving sex-for-pay industry. Well, that's because it's all true. However, Amsterdam is also one of the most beautiful and historical cities you'll ever visit. Sitting atop more bridges and canals than Venice (nearly 1200 of them) Amsterdam's charm in art and architecture overwhelms its initial reputation.


Canals and bridges
Bridges and canals.

Cars park right on the edge of the canals across the streets from the shops.

A Venice-like view as the buildings edges go right to the canals.

Porno shops abound as well.

This is the "red light" district that boasts lovely ladies in these rooms, just behind the glass awaiting business. There is a coffee shop conveniently around the corner.

Three musicians taking in a boat tour of the canals. If you ever get here, don't leave without taking one of these. Oh, and bring some grapes, crackers, cheese and some wine.

"Coffee shops" are usually below ground level. This is where the marijuana and hash are sold and smoked. Don't go into a "cafe" and expect any such fare though, only "coffee shops."


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