18/09/2021
Knowing the rich maritime history of Holland, it's safe to say that the Museum of Shipping in Amsterdam is a must-see.
Its building was erected back in 1656 as an admiralty warehouse. It was converted into a museum by order of Princess Beatrix in 1973. From 2007 to 2011, it underwent a grandiose reconstruction, which resulted in an elegant glass structure above the courtyard, and the exhibits of the museum are divided into 11 halls of the exposition, according to the subject.
Visitors can see a huge collection of nautical charts, portraits of mariners, books about voyages across the oceans, and textbooks on navigation, as well as antique globes, measuring and navigation instruments.
The museum has the largest collection of various vessels, from ancient rowing boats to modern high-speed liners.