Volendam

Volendam is a popular tourist attraction in the Netherlands, well-known for its old fishing boats and the traditional clothing still worn by some residents.

fishing boats ashore


seaside and its beach



Buildings aplenty..
first food corner

L Spaander


diamond shop


a restaurant and a jewellery shop


a hotel


and shops..


we had our lunch at Fish & Chips Volendam.



Comments

  1. இ Baŋäŋaz இAugust 10, 2011 at 12:41 AM

    Wow diamonds are ladies best friend.

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  2. suituapuiAugust 10, 2011 at 7:04 AM

    This is a really long tour...so many places. I would have forgotten all the names and many things as well by the time the tour ends. Did you take down notes? I know some bloggers do...in case they forget.

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  3. JamesAugust 10, 2011 at 7:53 AM

    I just spent some time catching up on your wonderful photos! I'm planing a vacation to Europe and your photos put a smile on my face even though I won't be seeing these places this time.

    Your trip seems like it was amazing!

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  4. ReanaclaireAugust 10, 2011 at 7:58 AM

    hey Wenn, how many carats did u get? :)

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  5. wennAugust 10, 2011 at 9:21 AM

    suituapui. I just count on my memory by looking at those photos.

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  6. wennAugust 10, 2011 at 9:21 AM

    Claire, it was tempting indeed but very expensive!

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  7. Isaac TanAugust 10, 2011 at 11:06 AM

    money shouldnt be a problem for you right? XD should have gotten the 5 carat diamond. Hehehe

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  8. Rose worldAugust 10, 2011 at 11:31 AM

    Ok, your post make me want to go for the Europe vacation liaw! Need to put it as a goal next year or so (finger crossed) Lol!

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  9. Alice LawAugust 10, 2011 at 1:51 PM

    Seaside beaches and rustic shacks are my love!!!^^

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  10. MerrynAugust 10, 2011 at 3:51 PM

    yes yes yes.. i remember this place! Ahhh... memories...

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