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Lana de Wit
In 1900 Chinese stokers on large commercial steamships first settled in the Binnen Bantammerstraat area of Amsterdam. 'Kong Hing', the first Chinese restaurant in Holland, opened there in 1928 quickly garnering a loyal Dutch clientele. The end of World War II brought a surge in the Chinese population and soon migrants were arriving from other parts of Southeast Asia. The prosperity of the community is demonstrated by the ornate Fo Guang Shan temple.
Once a haven for drug peddlers, Zeedijk, the main street of Chinatown, has since undergone gentrification. The celebrated American jazz musician Chet Baker took his life there in 1988 and a plaque in his honour can still be seen outside the Hotel Prins Hendrik.
Chinatown many sights include the Guang Shan He Hua Temple, the largest Chinese Mahayana Buddhist monastery in Europe. Chinatown's traditional Asian architecture, with sloped roofs and arched corners, stand out in the context of Amsterdam's modern city centre. The quarter is also home to Amsterdam's premier LGBT venue, Café ‘t Mandje which was opened in 1927 by the legendary lesbian activist Bet van Beeren and was once the popular haunt of sailors and prostitutes.
Traditional Chinese apothecaries and martial arts schools are a hit with curious Westerners looking to cure ailments or develop their mental and physical facilities. The reflexology and foot massage spas in Amsterdam's Chinatown are truly sensual experiences, where staff set your feet in a tub of scented water while massaging your forearms, hands and temples.
A good time to visit Chinatown is during Chinese festivals when the lion dance and dragon dance are performed amid much fanfare and fireworks. Spend a day in this delightful neighbourhood that brings Asia to you in the heart of Amsterdam.
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Guest Relations Manager at Anantara Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky
My name is Lana de Wit, Guest Relations Manager at Anantara Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky. Together with the Guest Relations and Guest Services team we are making sure that all guests are having the best experience at our hotel and look after their special requests, celebrations and expectations. I get energy out of solving problems and striving for the best there is possible and I love the fact that every day is different and full of surprises. I always wanted to work at Krasnapolsky since I was a little girl, so being able to work here the past years has been a dream together with my fantastic colleagues. My biggest mission is to let every guest leave with extraordinary stories and unforgettable memories to take home. I look forward to welcoming you here in Amsterdam to give you the true Anantara experience!
The 5-star Anantara Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky Amsterdam is on Amsterdam’s main square with views across to the Royal Palace. You’re well-placed for some of the city’s finest shops, while a lotof tourist attractions are just a short stroll away.
The NH Collection Amsterdam Barbizon Palace hotel is right in the center of Amsterdam. We’re by the main train station and close to the museums and shops. The building itself is a highlight too, dating back to the 17th century.
The NH Collection Amsterdam Flower Market, formerly known as NH Carlton Amsterdam, is right in the city center, next to its name sake, the flower market and the Munt Tower. The hotel is also within walking distance of all major attractions – including Rembrandt Square and nearby shopping areas.
As well as being just a 7-minute drive from the airport, the NH Amsterdam Schiphol Airport hotel is handy for the city’s business areas, and a great central starting point for exploring the Netherlands.
Music lovers and party animals alike are spoilt by Amsterdam's thriving club scene, which caters to all tastes. Dance into the wee hours or catch your favourite artist playing at one of the city's many great venues.
In Dutch fries, the humble potato has truly been elevated to an exalted status, as can be seen by the brisk sales at Amsterdam's many hole-in-the-wall joints, where customers flock from the early hours until closing time.
As the bike is a truly egalitarian and eco-friendly mode of transport, Amsterdam locals are fiercely proud of their Mayor and King Willem-Alexander and his family who are often sighted getting around town on two wheels.
Inaugurated as Amsterdam's Town Hall in 1655, the Royal Palace was originally intended to be the powerhouse for Amsterdam's magistrates who believed their city to be the new Rome of the North.
With an impressive 1.6 million visitors each year, Amsterdam's Van Gogh Museum is up there with the most popular museums in the world. This large art collection documents Van Gogh's prolific career.
The historical Noordermarkt is where Amsterdam's vegans and vegetarians, musicians, artists, activists and farmers come together to shop for fresh produce and exchange radical ideas.
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