Located in the Muntplein square (very close to the Flower Market from the last post) the Munttoren, in English the Mint Tower (named after the mint coin process that used to take place there), is without doubt one of Amsterdam's landmarks. Given it's central location it's very easy to reach so - try not miss it :)
Above photographed from the channel and bellow from the street nearby, I find amazing how the tower manages to stand out from the rest of the scenery - which by the way is beautiful and only makes the achievement even more difficult.
Destroyed by a fire in 1618 only the guard house and part of the tower remained. Rebuilt in the start of the seventeenth century in Amsterdam's Renaissance style, the Munttoren gained then both it's four beautiful clocks and it's bells carillon.
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Wow, it's so beautiful. I hope I can get there someday.
Hi Dr. Lauren!
If you can do visit. I loved being there. Only pity I didn't had to much free time (on work) but if I can I'll surely return someday - who knows, maybe I'll see you there :)
Cheers from Portugal,
SGE
I agree it is really beautiful. If you want to have a very memorable vacation, try to visit Philippines they have a nice view and very hospitable people. Especially the Mount Mayon it is the most beautiful volcano in bicol.
Actually, translating Munttoren should be "Coin Tower". The name was given in the 17th century, because the coining was done there. Sorry, not trying to be a know-it-all, just thought I'd add to your story. :)
great collected post. thank you so much...again!
Hi to all and thanks for your visits and inputs!
@Seo Bicol - Seen your Mount Mayon photo, it must be a beautiful place. Maybe I can go there one day ;)
@Tink - Thanks for your observation. The mint in the name comes from "mint coins" and has nothing to do with "mint" the plant - I'm changing the text to make it more accurate. Thanks again!
@article marketing - I'm glad you like my posts. To bad I can't travel more so I can write about more and more places ;)
See you all soon,
SGE
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