Christmas In Amsterdam

Christmas In Amsterdam - Dazzling street illuminations
The principle day in the Netherlands for the celebration of Christmas and the giving and receiving of presents is 5th December - the true holy day of Saint Nicholas, yet visitors in late December will still find many festive attractions and events to enjoy and plenty of fun to be had in Amsterdam. The focus of festivities centres on Museumplein which is transformed into an illuminated winter wonderland complete with market and craft-making displays, an ice rink and street theatre. Christmas city breaks in Amsterdam will also see Leidseplein, Dam square and even the red light district get into the festive spirit with brightly coloured decorations, choral concerts and entertainment taking place.

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Christmas In Amsterdam - A children's wonderland
Many churches in the city offer seasonal concerts on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day and visitors can attend church services of most denominations in English often featuring uplifting Gregorian music.  A traditional mainstay of a Christmas in Amsterdam is the World Christmas Circus show which has been established and attended in huge numbers for many years. Acrobatics, death defying horse riding feats and comical clowns entertain the crowds and the world famous Artis Zoo or the The Winterparade is also a must for families.

Christmas In Amsterdam - Taste traditional festive Dutch treats
There is no better time than at Christmas on an Amsterdam city break to taste the range of tasty Dutch treats found by the roadside or in one of the many street markets. Sample traditional fried doughnuts and puff pastry pancakes washed down with thick hot chocolate, perfectly complimenting a day trawling the boutiques and department stores in search of Christmas bargains. Enjoy a cultural Christmas experience in the many museums holding special festive season programs. The Biblical Museum and Museum Amstelkring are just two of many which hold carol services, nativity shows and festive exhibitions for all ages.

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