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Focus on Amsterdam
 We
take you to the "City of Canals" — Amsterdam
— in our second visit to The Netherlands this art season.
Due to the city's explosive growth during the 17th Century,
which is generally referred to as the Dutch Golden Age, Amsterdam
has one of the
largest historic centers in Europe. Its familiar architecture,
art of the Dutch Renaissance Masters, and a reputation as a
liberal and
open-minded society all stem from that period in Amsterdam's
history.
Today, Amsterdam
is a thriving contemporary city with a growing influence on
trends in cutting-edge art, architecture, and design.
Thomas Hart
Managing Director — Art
Travel Guide
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 Art
Amsterdam
May 9 – 13, 2007
Amsterdam RAI, Parkhal (Hall 8)
Amsterdam
The
23rd edition of Art Amsterdam showcases 120
Dutch
and foreign galleries providing an overview
of the latest in contemporary European art.
This year's focus will be an exhibit organized
by the Dutch National Academy of Visual Arts,
which features 20 young artists working in the
international scene. Included with the price
of admission is a free pass to all major museums
in town, including The Stedelijk Museum.
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 Hermitage
Amsterdam
Nieuwe Herengracht 14
Amsterdam
+31 (0)20 530 8755
The
historical links between Amsterdam and St. Petersburg
for more than 300 years deemed Amsterdam an ideal location
for a satellite of the
State Hermitage Museum. The first phase of this
museum opened in 2004 and the exhibition currently on
view
through September 16, 2007, is Persia, 30 centuries
of art & culture.
Rijksmuseum
Jan Luijkenstraat 1
Amsterdam
+31 (0)20 6747000
This museum is currently undergoing its first
major renovation, with the opening of The New Rijksmuseum
planned for the end of 2009. During the construction,
the Philips Wing remains open with an exhibition
culled from the permanent collection. Four Hundred
Masterpieces highlights the Dutch Golden Age,
with Rembrandt's The Night Watch as
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 Seven
One Seven
Prinsengracht 717
Amsterdam
+31 (0)20 4270717
This charming hotel is located in the very heart of
the old city. The property, built in the 17th century
by a sugar baron, is classic Golden Age architecture.
There are only eight suites, each uniquely decorated
in themes relating to different composers, writers,
and artists. Breakfast, mini-bar drinks, and afternoon
tea are included in the price of the suite.
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 The
Grand | Amsterdam
Oudezijds Voorburgwal 197
Amsterdam
+31 (0) 20 555 3 111
Situated between two canals, the buildings of this five-star
hotel have been at the heart of city life in Amsterdam
for more than 600 years. Originally a convent, before
becoming a royal residence, the meeting place for the
Admiralty Board during the Golden Age, and later City
Hall, the site opened its
doors as The Grand Amsterdam Hotel in 1992. The service
and amenities are pure opulence, certain to make you feel
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 Restaurant
Altmann
Amsteldijk 25
Amsterdam
+31 (0)20 662 7777
Altmann is an elegant and spacious restaurant located
on the Amstel river, a bit out of the city center. The
menu offerings span the globe in flavors and presentation.
This is a very popular place with
the locals, so reservations are necessary.
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 Bond
Valeriusstraat 128b
Amsterdam
+31 (0) 20 676 4647
Yes, that Bond! The overall golden hue of the
interior is both chic and relaxing, inspired by
designs of Charles Eames and Frank Lloyd Wright, as
well as the most luxurious hotel lobbies of the 1950s.
But the food is not retro. The seasonal, updated French
menu is overseen by two of
Amsterdam's best-known chefs. It's a popular
spot for both
lunch and dinner, so please call ahead.
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