Rijksmuseum, which is popularly known as the Museum of the Netherlands is one of the most loved museums of Amsterdam. The weekends during the summer season is the peak period of the museum which is when travelers across the globe choose to go on a Rijksmuseum Tour. Most of the visitors already know the secret…
Things You Did Not Know About Rijks Museum
The Rijksmuseum, the two hundred year old national museum is the attraction that you should never miss on your Netherlands trip. The breathtaking collections and masterpieces in the museum makes it one of the most visited museums in the world. The museum has several antiquities that are representatives of Dutch culture and world-renowned art works….
What Makes Rijksmuseum a Must-See Destination in Amsterdam?
Rijksmuseum is considered one of the top destinations located in Amsterdam as it is a place that is the epitome of Dutch culture. Holland has put together some of the most famous artworks of the ancient times along with the buildings that house all the masterpieces, and it has undergone an extensive renovation for a…
Things to Know about the Renovated Rijksmuseum
Rijksmuseum, which is the national museum of the Netherlands, was closed in the year 2003 as part of some major renovations, and was opened only after 10 years on April 13th, 2013. After the opening of the museum again, it caught all the attention of avid culture-seekers from different parts of the world who take…
Museums in Amsterdam you Should Definitely Visit
Amsterdam is famous for its spectacular museums. There are almost 75 museums in Amsterdam and some of them are the finest in the entire world. This city has museums of every genre including arts, science, history, culture, and even some weird museums. Hence, you will never get disappointed as it gives anything and everything you…
The Highlights Of Rijksmuseum
Amsterdam is a land of history with each and every corner of the streets of this city blended with tales and culture from the past. Along with other stunning locations, the museums in this city are one of the main tourist attractions. Even though Van Gogh museum is the biggest museum located in this place,…
The Rijksmuseum Displays Paulus Willemsz Van Vianen’s ‘Gold Cup’
The Rijksmuseum had been looking to add this gold cup made by Paulus Willemsz van Vianen into its collection for years. The Gallery of Honor now displays this Vianen masterpiece for those on a Rijksmuseum tour to enjoy and admire. It is considered the most significant of every treasure to be part of the Netherlands…
Splendid Markets to Visit in the Dutch Capital
One of the best ways to spend a day in Amsterdam is by exploring the local markets here. Do you know that this is one of the best ways to understand the soul or real flavor of the city? Even though these markets contribute only to a small microcosm of Amsterdam city life, these are…
Photos by Robert Mapplethorpe Enter the Rijksmuseum Collection
Rijksmuseum is routinely listed as among the finest museums in the Netherlands. Last year, more people took a Rijksmuseum tour than any other museum trip in the Dutch capital. This year too, it and the Van Gogh Museum are in the running for the number one spot as far as visitor count is concerned. It…
Rijksmuseum’s Show Reveals Velázquez and Rembrandt Never Met
The blockbuster exhibition in Amsterdam, Rembrandt-Velázquez reveals that both these artists lived in countries that were at war and that they never met. The show is part of the series of exhibitions and events held to commemorate the 350th death anniversary of Rembrandt. It couples Rembrandt’s artworks with those by Velázquez, who is regarded as…