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August 22, 2020August 24, 2020WordGeisha

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  • Who Stands Proud on a Pedestal in Amsterdam August 22, 2020
    Statues reflect a society's values in public spaces. Which is why you'll find monuments of painters, poets and philosophers, as well as anonymous underdogs and unsung heroes, in Amsterdam. The post Who Stands Proud on a Pedestal in Amsterdam appeared first on UnClogged in Amsterdam.
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    Amsterdam's churches, temples and mosques reveal a long history of religious conviction, strife and pragmatic tolerance. Eight that are still intact are reminders of the city’s turbulent past, as well as its contemporary patchwork of faiths. The post Where Amsterdam Worships appeared first on UnClogged in Amsterdam.
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    Why settle for coffee and a croissant when there are so many options for a hearty brunch in Amsterdam? When you're craving eggs, here are a half-dozen spots for a super mid-day meal in the Dutch capital. The post How to Get Your Egg on in Amsterdam appeared first on UnClogged in Amsterdam.
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    In a city that reveres tolerance and personal expression, an eclectic range of provocative, socially conscious street art includes everything from giant murals like the one of Anne Frank at NDSM Wharf to quirky statues like "The Blue Violin Player" in the Jordaan and colorful mosaics of aliens by French street artist “Invader” in numerous […]
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