A crowded intersection of six streets in the centre of Amsterdam called Muntplein. A crisscross section of traffic between the streets of Singel, Kalverstraat, Rokin, Amstel, Reguliersbreestraat and Vijzelstraat. When translated, Muntplein means “Mint Square”. This square is a bridge! Muntplein, also known as Brug #1 or Bridge #1, dates…
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Montelbaanstoren
Without fail, I would always take a moment and admire this landmark whenever I walk past it. This is the Montelbaanstoren. The lower stone structure was constructed in 1516. Almost a century later in 1606, the timber spire top with a clock and bells was added in the Renaissance style,…