He Hua Temple: Europe’s Largest Buddhist Temple

by Marian Krueger, in category Amsterdam, Culture, Destinations

While wandering around in Chinatown during my recent trip to Amsterdam, we stumbled upon Fo Guang Shan He Hua Temple or He Hua Temple (also known as Zeedijk Temple), Europe’s largest Buddhist temple. He Hua means “lotus flower” in Chinese, which is an important symbol of enlightenment within Buddhism. Lotus flowers can grow up… Read More

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Fast Food Pics: FEBO, Subway, and Hot Dogs | Amsterdam

by Marian Krueger, in category Amsterdam, Dining

There’s nothing better than the unusual when you travel and I couldn’t resist snapping a few unusual food related pictures while in Amsterdam. Up first? FEBO! FEBO (pronounced FAY-bo) is a chain of Dutch walk-up fast food restaurants with bright yellow banners with red and green letters. Founded in 1941 in Amsterdam, FEBO is known… Read More

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