# Amsterdam Centraal Station

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Amsterdam's main railway station, opened in 1889 on three artificial islands in the IJ. Pierre Cuypers designed its palatial Gothic and Renaissance Revival facade, a richly decorated gateway that turned the city's back to the water.

## Roots Earth

Roots Earth has a longer story for Amsterdam Centraal Station, with a choice of female or male voice. Download the city audio to listen offline. No account is needed.

Coordinates: 52.37833, 4.9

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