Albert Cuyp Square - details and images

Square named after a painter from the seventeenth century and is located in Amsterdam called De Pijp area. Market itself has at least the time that was founded by painter and street vendors who set their stalls here sell all sorts of goods. It was only legalized in 1905 officials in the existing market place. Market was open only on Saturday evening. After several years because the market was still increased popularity, the market started to be open six days a week.

Due to congestion of pedestrian traffic car market is closed for as long as it is open. In addition to being one of the most interesting sights of the city, Albert Cuyp market and is designed to provide local fresh fruits and vegetables, as well as goods of another nature. By some estimates Albert Cuyp market is the market crowded around Holland and probably one of the largest markets in Europe. Albert Cuyp Market is not just a tourist attraction but is also a place where tourists can find quality products at affordable prices. Sometimes even here can be bought and electronic products. Market is very popular among inhabitants of Amsterdam and from other cultures and civilizations such as Surinam, Antilles, Turkey or Morocco.

Cuypmarkt Albert Square is the best known and busiest outdoor market in Europe. This market attracts thousands of visitors every day and is especially popular on Saturdays. There are over 300 stalls furnished with goods ranging from fresh produce - vegetables, fruit - from clothes and other oddities. Prices in this market are the lowest in Amsterdam. Albert Cuyp Market is located in the Pijp district and is surrounded by lots of lovely little cafes and shops.

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