Beyond the Golden Age: Amsterdam's Colonial Past Walking Tour

Amsterdam2 часаКультурные и тематические экскурсии

Бесплатная отмена за 1 день
Мгновенное подтверждение
Экскурсия с гидом, язык: английский

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Discover the complex history behind Amsterdam's renowned grandeur with this comprehensive and thought-provoking walking tour. While the Dutch 'Golden' Age is often recognized for its wealth, art, and trade, the deeper narrative of colonial expansion, exploitation, and slavery that underpinned this prosperity remains less widely known. During this two-hour guided experience, participants will visit significant historical sites throughout the city, exploring the ascent of the VOC (Dutch East India Company) and WIC (Dutch West India Company), the transatlantic slave trade, and the involvement of everyday citizens in colonial enterprises. The tour also highlights stories of resistance, resilience, and individuals who challenged prevailing injustices. Gain a nuanced and critical perspective that links Amsterdam's past to contemporary discussions on memory, identity, and social justice. This tour is ideally suited for inquisitive travelers, history enthusiasts, and students seeking a deeper understanding of the city's heritage beyond its iconic landmarks.

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Live tour guide of your chosen language
2-hour in depth Colonial History

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The tour starts in front of Restaurant-Café In de Waag. Your guide will be holding an orange umbrella for recognition.
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The rise of the East-India Trade
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Foundation of the West-India Company.
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NHM was a Dutch trading and financial company, established in 1824, in The Hague by King William I to promote and develop trade, shipping and agriculture.
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The Mayor's residence has a commemorative plaque in front of he house.
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The most prestigious and chique canal of Amsterdam; "The Golden Bend".
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Resistance against slavery.
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Abolition of slavery in Indonesia.
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The role of the Royals during colonialism.
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National War Memorial

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Продолжительность: 2 часа
Как проходит встреча: Встреча на месте
Подтверждение: Мгновенное подтверждение
Условия отмены: Бесплатная отмена за 1 день
Сложность: Средний
Сопровождение: Экскурсия с гидом, язык: английский
Время начала: 10:00 · 11:00 · 13:30

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Доступно с детской коляской
Допускаются животные-помощники
Not wheelchair accessible
No public transportation nearby
Infants must not sit on laps
Infant seats unavailable
Look for the guide with the orange umbrella in front of Restaurant-Café In de Waag (the Castle in the middle of the square)
Bottle of water and comfortable walking shoes