Amsterdam Episode 10 Tulips and Diamonds

05/11/2025 22 min Episodio 245
Amsterdam Episode 10 Tulips and Diamonds

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Episode Synopsis

Tulips and diamonds: both figure centrally in the story of Amsterdam.  The Netherlands is known as the ‘flower shop of the world’ and a visit to Amsterdam’s flower market a must for any visit.  Equally, you will surely want to explore Amsterdam’s heritage as the ‘City of Diamonds’.  This episode brings a little background history on both topics, plus ideas for three places to visit to find out more.  
Reading Suggestions 
The Tulip by Anna Pavord   
Tulip Fever by Deborah Moggach   

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The Tulip Museum 
The Diamond Museum  
Royal Coster Diamonds   
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