Dutch blossoms: 'Sakura' season in Amsterdam
AMSTERDAM, April 30 — When one thinks of Amsterdam, one imagines the canals and the houseboats moored on its banks.The red light district where discreet windows are framed in hot neon pink.— that everyone seems to be carrying.
Today the urban park has a new life as a cultural centre with street markets and festivals, offering locals a getaway without needing to leave their beloved city. The Dutch knows how to enjoy flower viewing too, albeit without Japanese style bento boxes . Parakeets can be seen amongst the blossoms .sakuraAmsterdammers in the know come early to get good spots beneath the cherry trees for their own chance atand isn’t limited to tulips during spring.lunchboxes purchased fresh from a nearbyThe Dutch are more straightforward in their appreciation of the cherry blossoms. They just come, sit or stroll, and admire the flowers’ ephemeral beauty.
Need to get in from the chill? We head to Espressofabriek, a specialty coffee shop inside Westerpark founded in 2005 by Rick Woertman.
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