The Amsterdam Jordaan is undoubtedly the most sung about, described and romanched town district of the Netherlands. Started as a district for the poor, today it is a favorite place for students, artists and young proffesionals.
In the Jordaan you will find all the shops, bars, restaurants, hairdressers, galleries.
The Jordaan was founded in 1612 for the workforce. Nowdays the Jordaan is one of the most wanted locations in Holland. Rembrandt lived the last years of his life in the Jordaan. The Jordaan is the area at the west side of the 'grachtengordel' (main canals). De district's borders are formed by the Lijnbaansgracht, Brouwersgracht, Prinsengracht and the Passeerdersgracht. It is located on walking distance of the Central Station, the Dam or the Leidseplein. It is also easy to reach with public transport. It is not recomended to go there by car, because of parking problems.