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NAME
Jordaan
COUNTRY
Netherlands
ADDRESS
Amsterdam-Centrum, Netherlands

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About Jordaan
Jordaan is the most important place on the list of places on the Amsterdam trip. It is situated close to the city of Amsterdam, Netherlands. It comes in the borough of Amsterdam-Centrum. It is by the Singelgracht canal if talking about waterways. The area is close to Leidsegracht, the Brouwersgracht, the Prinsengracht, and Frederik Hendrikbuurt that covers it from all directions. The value of the place rose due to its locations which have numerous art galleries, shops, and restaurants. Moreover, the Westerstraat, Noordermarkt, and Lindengracht also a center of attraction for tourists. The famous Anne Frank House which was the hiding place of Anne Frank and her family at the time of the Second World War is also situated here.

Some Lesser Known Facts About Jordaan

  • Do you know the fact that the famous painter Rembrandt spent his last years here at Jordaan? Even his grave lies in the Westerkerk church which is situated at the corner of Rozengracht and Prinsengracht.
    Do you know the fact that the famous painter Rembrandt spent his last years here at Jordaan? Even his grave lies in the Westerkerk church which is sit
  • The name of the place is derived from the French word Jardin which means garden and most of the streets and canals in the place are named on trees and flowers.
  • The place witnesses deadly riots in 1835, 1886, 1917, and 1934. Even the meeting to start the February strike of 1941 was organized at Noordermarkt square in Jordan.
    The place witnesses deadly riots in 1835, 1886, 1917, and 1934. Even the meeting to start the February strike of 1941 was organized at Noordermarkt sq
  • Jordaan is also known for giving various popular musicians including Willy Alberti to the industry.
  • The travelers can also enjoy the Jordaanfestival which is celebrated every year where they can become a part of the musical tradition of the place.
    The travelers can also enjoy the Jordaanfestival which is celebrated every year where they can become a part of the musical tradition of the place.
  • The place is also famous for its cafes and boutiques. If you want to buy some Dutch linen outfits, pots, and plates you are at the perfect place.
    The place is also famous for its cafes and boutiques. If you want to buy some Dutch linen outfits, pots, and plates you are at the perfect place.
  • It is also home to Electric Ladyland also known as Fluorescent light museum which is located just five minutes walking distance from the Anne Frank House.
    It is also home to Electric Ladyland also known as Fluorescent light museum which is located just five minutes walking distance from the Anne Frank Ho

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