Amsterdam
Amsterdam is an icon of urban planning and architecture. It is one of the most important cultural centers in Europe. Most of the festivals, museums, concert halls and hotels are concentrated in the canal district. The 17th century canal ring area is part of the World Heritage List
A visit to one of the extraordinary districts around the centre is certainly something not to be missed. Each area has its own character and shows a different side of Amsterdam. Whether you are looking for modern architecture, a cultural hot spot or an active excursion, there is something for everyone. Allow yourself to be guided through the various parts of the city and enjoy all the beautiful things Amsterdam has to offer.
Amsterdam figures
Population: 751,000
Country: The Netherlands
Time Zone: GMT/UTC +1
Telephone area code: 020
Metro map
The currency
The currency in the Netherlands is Euro ( € , EUR), which is used in almost all countries within the European Union.
Climate in the Netherlands
The warmest weather is from June to August, with temperatures between 21 – 26 degrees Celsius. There are rarely extreme temperatures. The air is relatively humid and fog is common in autumn and spring. There are stronger winds from October to March.
University of Applied Sciences, Hogeschool van Amsterdam
BOBCATSSS 2012 will take place at the Hogeschool van Amsterdam. We are located near the metrostation “Weesperplein” which can be reached easily from Amsterdam Central station in about 10 minutes.
