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Posts tagged ‘Amsterdam’

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Amsterdam gable stone: Jesus and two disciples

Amsterdam gable stone: Jesus and two disciples

This gable stone — depicting Jesus, after his resurrection, joining two confused disciples on the road to Emmaus — is found in a blind wall at the Begijnhof (Beguinage) — one of Amsterdam’s oldest courtyards.

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Amsterdam Emblem

Amsterdam Emblem

The three St. Andrew’s crosses in the coat (or emblem) of Amsterdam represent the city’s motto: Heldhaftig (Heroic), Vastberaden (Resolute), Barmhartig (Merciful).

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Prinsengracht and Leidsegracht

Prinsengracht and Leidsegracht

The corner of Prinsengracht and Leidsegracht inspired the popular song “Aan de Amsterdamse Grachten” (To Canals of Amsterdam), composed by Pieter Goemans and sung by many artists.

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Kattengat, Amsterdam

Kattengat, Amsterdam

The two houses with the red shutters were built in 1614 by soap maker Laurens Jansz Spiegel. The houses are topped with sculptured mirrors in reference to the family name. Spiegel is Dutch for mirror.