Amsterdam: Romance on the Canals

As the capital of the Netherlands, Amsterdam is definitely a cosmopolitan city worth visiting. Friendly and vibrant, the city is famous for its canals and its distinctive nightlife.

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The best way to visit Amsterdam is by yacht. With a total length of over 100 kilometers, the canals cover 90 dams and 1,500 bridges, making Amsterdam also known as the "Venice of the North".

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A canal cruise through Amsterdam's historic waterways is one of the best ways to explore the city from city town to suburb, passing through the Single, Herengracht, Keizersgracht, Prinsengracht canals, a 1.5 km-radius canal strip that was enlisted as a World Heritage in 2010. A canal cruise can take visitors to see century-old buildings, charming canal houses and monumental structures, and enjoy extraordinary views. The canal is not very deep, so that the cruise is smooth like sitting on a pedal boat and visitors can take their time to enjoy the scenery on both sides.

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A night yacht ride along the canal is also an experience that can’t be missed. At night, the city's canals and bridges are lit up with lights, giving it a romantic atmosphere. Visitors can choose from Single, Herengracht, Keizersgracht and Prinsengracht canals to start their romantic journey. As the sun sets, visitors can board the deck and see the city's lights lit up and have a ride through the illuminated buildings and bridges, which is quite charming.