A pirate flag, sticking out of a window, waving fiercely in the wind…

In the 1600s, Amsterdam was a busy port full of traders. Some sailors took a darker path though… They raided ships or smuggled goods, and then sold them quietly in the city’s backstreets and taverns. ️

One of the most feared was Laurens de Graaf, born in the “Dutch Republic”. He terrorized the Caribbean, attacking Spanish ships and towns. The Spanish nicknamed him “El Gran Diablo”—the Great Devil.

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“The Regular Customer” is a bronze statue in front of Café “Festina Lente” on Looiersgracht, in “De Jordaan”. It shows a man sitting on a bench, gently petting the café cat. The artwork was made in 1997 by Albert Zweep, inspired by the quiet and cozy mood found in the stories of Dutch writer Simon Carmiggelt.

The statue was made to pay off a bar tab of 2,400 guilders. At first, it was made of polyester, but after it got damaged a few times, Heineken helped fund a bronze version.

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In the south of Amsterdam, squatters have moved into an empty building on Honthorststraat. It belongs to the Russian government and had been unused for a long time. The four-story corner building once housed a Russian tourist office.

The squatters call themselves international artists who can’t afford housing. In a letter to neighbors, they explain they are from countries like Russia and Ukraine. They believe it’s wrong for such a large building to stay empty.

The building is known for its location and history. The action has drawn attention from passersby. Tourists can spot it by the posters and signs in the windows, and by the beautiful artworks.

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A Raksasa is a guardian statue from the old palace complex in Singosarie (now Malang). It stands at gates to keep out evil spirits or people. One hand makes a stopping gesture, the other holds a club. A Raksasa can serve good or evil. This one, here at the house on Palmgracht, protects the home from bad influences.

Malang is known as the most Dutch city in Indonesia. It sits high in the mountains between volcanoes, with a cool climate that Dutch settlers loved—especially rich ones like sugar and coffee planters. Around 1923, they had Delft engineers build what became Indonesia’s finest Art Deco city.

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The houseboat “Rival” near “De Omval”, right by “Park Somerlust”. It’s a former inland cargo ship, about 24 meters long, now used as a houseboat. ️

In the background are two towers in the Amstelkwartier, a modern neighborhood on the east bank of the Amstel. These residential high-rises stand behind Park Somerlust, a green riverside park that also has a historic water tower from

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“Phone Dead” by FAKE (Manuel Seikritt) using stencil technique.

His murals and street art are spread over cities like New York, London, Paris, Berlin, LA, Madrid, Copenhagen, Oslo, Bangkok and also our humble capitol.

He became globally known for his artwork Super Nurse, a tribute to healthcare workers during COVID-19.

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This relief is a liberation monument at the Weesperzijde. The inscription means “Weesperzijde Quarter Liberation.” It shows a woman breaking chains, holding a child, with a defeated serpent below—symbols of freedom and the end of oppression. A lion represents the Netherlands, and an airplane above likely refers to the Allied forces.

Such reliefs were placed in Amsterdam after World War II to mark the end of the war and honor the victims. The year 1945 marks the moment of liberation.

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The white building on the corner of Elandsgracht and Hazenstraat in Amsterdam is number 78. Built around , it features a traditional gable. This makes it a typical example of old Amsterdam architecture.

Together with number 76, the building is a national monument because of its historical value. It’s located in the Jordaan, a neighborhood known for its canals and vibrant local life.

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“Iconic Mary rocking on the guitar while stepping into a ray of sun” (a bit long for a real title ).

The sharp lines and strong contrast suggest stencils were used for quick application. The bold and readable style seems typical for art meant to stand out in public spaces.

The image blends religious elements with rock culture. That contrast gives it a rebellious tone. It likely questions who we see as icons or saints. Street art like this often makes bold cultural or social statements.

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The third and last ‘metal beast’ in this feed, made by artist “Junk-Art”.

The sculptures are handmade, sustainable, and the used material is steel. It’s including sources such as bolts, gears, all sorts of motor parts, horseshoes and metal scraps.

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The second ‘metal beast’ in this feed, made by artist “Junk-Art”.

The sculptures are handmade, sustainable, and the used material is steel. It’s including sources such as bolts, gears, all sorts of motor parts, horseshoes and metal scraps.

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“Oase GVB” is a well-known Amsterdam graffiti artist. “GVB” refers to his former graffiti crew. His work appears in different spots in the city, like “De Jordaan”, where a piece called “They Call Me Zombie” appeared.

This particular artwork is located in the Spinhuissteeg in the city’s center.

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The bronze statue of Major Alida Bosshardt stands, or better yet… sits, on the Oudezijds Voorburgwal, in front of the “Salvation Army” building. Made by artist Peter de Leeuwe in 2013 as a tribute to her years of service to the vulnerable.

Born on June 8, 1913, in Utrecht, and passing on June 25, 2007, in Amsterdam, Bosshardt was a key “Salvation Army” figure. During WWII, she helped Jewish children and later supported sex workers and the homeless in the Red Light District.

Her efforts earned national recognition, including the title ‘Righteous Among the Nations’ from “Yad Vashem” in 2004.

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An iconic “2CV” in Amsterdam’s “Swammerdambuurt”. Its full name is “Citroën 2 Chevaux”. In the Netherlands, it’s nicknamed “Lelijk eendje” (“ugly duck”).

The area is named after Dutch biologist and microscopist Jan Swammerdam (1637–1680). He is known for his groundbreaking work on insect anatomy and for being one of the first to observe red blood cells.


The neighborhood is located in the Weesperzijde area, near the Amstel River.

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In the backyard of the “Amsterdam Museum” (formerly known as “Hermitage”) you can find some ‘metal beasts’, made by artist “Junk-Art”.

The sculptures are handmade, sustainable, and the material they use is steel. It’s including sources such as bolts, gears, all sorts of motor parts, horseshoes and metal scraps.

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The houseboat “Rumah Saya” is a motor tjalk located at the intersection of Keizersgracht and Amstel. This historic vessel, built in 1893, measures approximately 16.7 meters in length and 3.7 meters in width. ️

In Indonesian, rumah saya literally means “my house” (rumah = house, saya = I/my). In Malay, it has the same meaning.

The houseboat is situated in a prime location, close to the “National Opera”, “Koninklijk Theater Carré”, “Museum De Hermitage”, and the “Magere Brug”.

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An almost perfect looking marble angel…

In 2018, the “Hermitage Amsterdam” hosted ‘Classic Beauties’, an exhibition on neoclassicism. Featuring over 60 works by 25 leading artists, it explored the influence of antiquity on 18th-century art.

Until 2022 it hosted exhibitions featuring art from the “Hermitage” in Saint Petersburg but eventually, the ties with Russia were severed, due to the Russian aggression in Ukraine. By fall 2023, the museum was renamed to “H’ART Museum”

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“ACCEPTTHIS” is a well known street artist in the scene. This stencil head of ‘good old Kurt Cobain’ is glued to a wall at the NDSM-Wharf.

The “NDSM” as a creative hub (turning into another suburb fast) still has some of its dark glamour, and is known for its impressive street art collection. The area draws artists from around the world, adding to its dynamic and evolving atmosphere.

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The white building on the left is the facade of the third oldest bar in town. It first opened in and it’s still there. For over 15 years, a sign behind the windows read: “Not for sale or rent.”

And yet, dozens, maybe even hundreds of people dropped a note in the mailbox, hoping to take over the legendary Amsterdam café Brandon. In vain…

The old proprietors, the Brandon family, lived above the establishment, and as long as they were alive, it would remain closed.

The café is located at Keizersgracht (corner of Leliegracht), on the edge of the Jordaan.

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