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1. Dam Square

Dam Square is among the most important locations in the city of Amsterdam. A simple dam on the Amstel River gave the city its name and witnessed the glorious, as well as bizarre, moments of Dutch history.

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Directions

Dam Square is a nine-minute walk away from Centraal station. Walk along Stationsplein and then turn left toward Damrak until you reach the square.

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The dam

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The maid of Amsterdam

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The undertaker men's revolt

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The children of death

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Royals and fighters

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