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The equality campaign is part of Amsterdam's Gay Pride festival. Prostitutes rent a room in the De Wallen neighborhood and use one of the or so windows to advertise their services. The so-called occupation of the Red Light District organized by the non-profit campaign group My Red Light, which rents rooms to sex workers and advocates for improved rights and labor conditions. Saturday's protest forms part of Amsterdam's Gay Pride festival, which runs until Sunday, and which attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors every year.
The canal system dates back to the 17th century when the Dutch capital was the richest city and one of the busiest ports in the world. Today these waterways are used for everything from daily commutes to sightseeing.
For those who prefer dry land, biking is the perfect option. With more than , on the road, bikes outnumber people in Amsterdam. Every summer it is one of the many cities that host the World Naked Bike Ride to raise awareness of toxic emissions and promote body positivity. The gables decorating many houses are the quintessence of traditional Amsterdam. The various types of gables provide insight into the history of each of the buildings. The sheer amount of art in Amsterdam is mind-boggling.
Vincent van Gogh is memorialized in the Museumplein as well. For its re-opening in , the museum was surrounded by mazes of his most recognizable motif โ sunflowers. Her diary, translated into 60 languages, is testimony to the human capacity for optimism in the face of evil. The main house is now a museum, but the Secret Annex has been preserved, allowing visitors to more fully comprehend the harsh reality of a life in hiding.
