Last Saturday we went with the ferry across the river IJ to the north part of Amsterdam. This is the river where the new King and Queen with their children will have a boat tour tomorrow evening. They will pass several musical events and here at the Eye filminstitute, the white building, a choir will sing. Right is the Overhoeks tower, the former Shell building, which is a huge building all covered with the decoration you see everywhere in Amsterdam. The W is of Willem and a crown as well.
We wanted to have a look at the Central Train Station which had decorated their roof.
At the ferry hubby SC had a chat with this girl, sitting in a bicycle carrier.
Walking over the Damrak we were overwhelmed by the crowds. There are many, many tourists in the city.
The touristshops have turned orange.
The canalboats are decorated too.
A pedestrian bridge has raised to canalize the crowds.
Well everybody is ready for the inauguration. I spotted this picture in a shopwindow which made me laugh.
A photo of Willem-Alexander with the typical haircut of his mother, with the text "Willem-Alexander is ready for it". So am I, I will not go to Amsterdam but watch the television tomorrow. It will be to crowdy for me there.
A photo of Willem-Alexander with the typical haircut of his mother, with the text "Willem-Alexander is ready for it". So am I, I will not go to Amsterdam but watch the television tomorrow. It will be to crowdy for me there.
You are definitely witnessing history. Love the looks of the buildings.
BeantwoordenVerwijderenOoh, I can almost feel the excitement. I am sure tomorrow will be shoulder to shoulder and the excitement will be testimony to the cheers of the crowd. It would be exciting to be on the canal or see the royals go by. We will watch via live streaming on internet. Have fun - the city looks incredible.
BeantwoordenVerwijderenThanks for the pictures. you can feel the excitement. gosh that is a crowd on Damrack....Cute little girl.
BeantwoordenVerwijderenhahahaha, with his moms hair. very funny. it would be really funny if he would come up with a wig like that tomorrow, but i guess it will all be very serious.
BeantwoordenVerwijdereni would also not go to amsterdam, for the same reason as you.
I was just wondering, has the new Stedelijk Museum been decorated as well, do you know?
BeantwoordenVerwijderenGreat captures! I don't think I could handle being in such crowded place.
BeantwoordenVerwijderenLijkt me een verstandige beslissing om niet naar Amsterdam te gaan morgen.
BeantwoordenVerwijderenGrappige foto van het meisje in de bakfiets, ze kijkt alsof ze iets aan het opbiechten is??
It looks an exciting place to be. Enjoy the celebrations tomorrow.
BeantwoordenVerwijderenWow it really is party time in Amsterdam. The city is alive with colour and excitement. I am like you and would prefer to watch on TV rather than be in the crowds. Have a good day.
BeantwoordenVerwijderenI've enjoyed your posts about the upcoming coronation. Canadians have a big soft spot in their hearts for the Dutch. Have a great day tomorrow!
BeantwoordenVerwijderenI am sure it will be very crowded, thanks for showing us the Orange-preparations:-)
BeantwoordenVerwijderenwow, what an event!
BeantwoordenVerwijderenI'm sure there will be much pomp and pagentry.
I am watching too and it is top. Really enjoyed it this morning. I am not going to miss the broadcast starting at the canal.
BeantwoordenVerwijderenGreetings,
Filip