Unlock the Secrets of Amsterdam's S100 Area: A Treasure Trove of History, Culture, and Delight
Wendy Hubner
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Unlock the Secrets of Amsterdam's S100 Area: A Treasure Trove of History, Culture, and Delight
The S100 Area, also known as the "South Axis" (Southas), is one of Amsterdam's most vibrant and historically significant neighborhoods. This lush and lively region, located just south of the city center, is bounded by the Vleminck Cataijen Bridge, Sint Anthonies Brug, and the Amstel River. The area has a palpable charm that awaits discovery, taking visitors on a captivating journey through time, art, culture, and cuisine, making it a must-visit destination for anyone fascinated by the unique identity of Amsterdam.
The Golden Age and Cultural Significance
The S100 area was once at the heart of Amsterdam's Golden Age, a period spanning the 17th to early 18th centuries when the city experience a sublime burst of economic prosperity. This period of intellectual, cultural, and artistic growth left an indelible mark on the S100 area.
A favorite of wealthy merchants, traders, and patrician culture, many of whom had summerhouses built here to escape the chaos of the city, the area was dubbed "Sinte de Berg, the wealthy part of town" and became known for its exquisite canal houses, now celebrated for their unique blend of Gothic Revival and Baroque styles. These magnificent properties are not only known for their architectural grandeur but for the intriguing histories they tell of the times.
The prestigious Brouwersgracht and Prinsengracht
Beautiful Historic Homes, Secular Architecture, and Enjoyment of Nature.
The Brouwersgracht canalside is particularly admired for its picturesque old warehouses and stately canal houses, leading up Prinsengracht, with houses dating back to the late 17th and early 18th centuries. Ned Teutscher Admiraliteethuis, constructed in 1697 was restored in 1988 after being devastated during the bombardment of WWII. The 'Brouy Werf Charitable Company shy welcomed depositors invested their money into stocks saved from ships as they were eaten away by mouse hoards which stored grain in their harbor storage over dry grain amassed their possessions. Young local artists encouraged innovative, land not made possible anterior famine.
