Bloemenmarkt History, Travel Information, Amenities, Hotels, Facts And More
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Bloemenmarkt
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Netherlands
ADDRESS
Singel, 1012 DH Amsterdam, Netherlands
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About Bloemenmarkt
Bloemenmarkt also grabs the attention of tourists with its fresh flower supply. The market is situated between Muntplein and Koningsplein on the Singel canal in the southern canal belt of the city. The market has 15 shops that offer fresh flowers and gifts to the customers. It is one of the main suppliers of flower bulbs and tulip paraphernalia. You can buy some gifts and flowers for your partner to make the trip unforgettable. The market opens at 9 in the morning on weekdays while at 11 on Sunday and closes at 5:30 in the evening.
Some Lesser Known Facts About Bloemenmarkt
- Though you have seen many floating markets in Thailand you must know that it is the only floating flower market in the world.
- The idea of a floating market came when water was the primary route of urban navigation. At the time flowers were supplied by a number of small boats and were brought from Aalsmeer and other nearby areas in Holland.
- An important fact you must know that the Tulip Mania which serves as a symbol of Holland isn't actually of Dutch origin. Yes! They were imported from Turkey in the 16th century. But these flowers became the reason for the first economic rise in the area. At the time, the price of one tulip bulb was as much as one can buy a house in Amsterdam. But after some time the prices drop but still, the flowers symbolize Dutch culture where it gained such popularity.
- One more fun fact about the market that when it began in medieval times the place was the outer border of the city. But now the city has grown so large that the Singel Canal comes in central Amsterdam.
- The Cannabis starter packs are legal at the market and are easily available. Though I would not advise you to buy these items and take them home. But there are no laws to restrict the consumption of Cannabis.
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