Stroll at leisure through the Jordaan neighbourhood in Amsterdam. Visit Anne Frank\u2019s tiny bedroom in the Anne Frank Museum, discover charming \u2018hofjes\u2019 often hidden from sight, go shopping in the 9-Streets, mix with the locals over a beer, throw in a Houseboat Museum and an open air market and you will understand why the Jordaan quarter is one of the most popular districts in Amsterdam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Jordaan neighbourhood is famous for gabled houses, brown caf\u00e9s, numerous shops from high-end fashion to second-hand vintage but most of all the Jordaan it is known for its relaxed atmosphere. Built in the 17th century to accommodate the ever growing middle class the Jordaan is a maze of narrow lanes and streets. After the 1960s the neighbourhood became popular among students and artists. Today the district is popular with upward mobile professionals and young families who happily mingle with elderly Amsterdammers known for their spontaneity, jovial character and colourful language<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Westertoren (West Tower) topped with the Imperial Crown dominates the district. Anne Frank\u2019s hiding place was in the shade of the tower. On 11 July 1942 Anne wrote in her diary: \u2018Daddy, Mummy and Margot can\u2019t get used to the sound of the Westertoren bells which tells the time every quarter of an hour. I can. I loved it from the start, and especially at night. <\/em>It\u2019s like a faithful friend.\u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Negen Straatje, Nine Streets, so called because nine boutique-filled narrow streets are intersected by canals are the shopping area for anyone who likes fashion, retro, vintage, books, antiques and more. Every Saturday is market day on Lindengracht, Farmers\u2019 Market and Second-hand Market at Noordermarkt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Take a peek at hofjes and their garden, secluded courtyards surrounded by small houses where widows and poor people lived. Today there are very popular among students and singles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Jordaan is peppered with intimate caf\u00e9s and restaurants. No matter what food is your favourite, you will find it in the Jordaan Quarter from Thai to Mexican, from Indonesia to French and from snackbar to vegetarian.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Stroll at leisure through the Jordaan neighbourhood in Amsterdam. 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Jordaan Hofjes<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Jordaan Bars and Restaurants<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n