Amsterdam - the story in scarlet

Amsterdam - the story in scarlet

This tour will take you around Red Light District of Amsterdam. This area does not need an introduction, however, we want to show you that there is much more to it than it seems. Red Light District does not only host prostitutes, but also the most beautiful and unique churches. History of prostitution here goes back a few centuries and its development has been closely intertwined with the development of the city and the whole country. With this tour we want to give an insight as well as prospective.We will guide you through Red Light District and provide you with some historical background, modern jokes and local legends to create the most exceptional experience possible.Photo P2570657 by Franklin Heijnen is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0 #NoordHolland _______Podcast based on audio guide Amsterdam - the story in scarlet Author: Tours around the world In the podcast format you may enjoy stories remotely; if you go out and experience the audio tour on location it is adviced to use the izi.TRAVEL application that really guides you and plays stories automaticly based on your position

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Episode 10: Bronze Relief

Episode 10: Bronze Relief

On your way try not to miss a small bronze relief embedded into the pavement nearby the church wall. It depicts a hand caressing a breast and evidently stands for the women working in Red Light Distri...

23 Joulu 202053s

Episode 9: Belle

Episode 9: Belle

Here you can see a statue of prostitute standing in the window. This small monument was placed here by Mariska Majoor the founder of the Prostitution Centre that we just passed in 2007 in honour of th...

23 Joulu 202032s

Episode 8: Prostitution Information Centre

Episode 8: Prostitution Information Centre

At the corner of a narrow street right next to the Old church you can find Prostitution Information Centre. The former worker of Red Light District Mariska Majoor had opened it about 20 years ago. The...

23 Joulu 20201min

Episode 7: Oude Kerk

Episode 7: Oude Kerk

The church is open to the public Monday to Saturday from 10 am to 6 pm and on Sundays from 1 pm to 5 pm.Oude Kerk – the Old Church – is one of the oldest buildings in the city.The church was ordained ...

23 Joulu 20201min

Episode 6: Our Lord in the Attic Chapel and Museum

Episode 6: Our Lord in the Attic Chapel and Museum

The museum is open Monday through Saturday from 10 am to 5 pm and on Sundays and public holidays from 1 pm to 5 pm. The museum is closed on 26th of April.You are now going along the canal that is call...

23 Joulu 20202min

Episode 5: Facts and Figures

Episode 5: Facts and Figures

Amsterdam is one of most popular spots when it comes to prostitution and sex tourism. Many girls come to Amsterdam because they believe the Netherlands to be the safest place for prostitution and also...

23 Joulu 20201min

Episode 4: 't Aepjen

Episode 4: 't Aepjen

On your left hand side at the beginning of the street you can see a very old black house. It is one of the two wooden buildings only left in Amsterdam. It dates back to 1550 and as you see the brick s...

23 Joulu 20201min

Episode 3: A little bit of history of de Wallen

Episode 3: A little bit of history of de Wallen

History of de Wallen is not only about prostitution, but also it has a profound connection with religion. Up until 1578 there were a lot of Catholic monasteries and convents in de Wallen, which were l...

23 Joulu 202040s

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