Van Gogh Museum
Amsterdam
The Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam houses the largest collection of artworks by Vincent van Gogh, offering a deep dive into the life and works of the iconic Dutch painter.
Top 5 Facts
- The museum opened its doors in 1973 and is dedicated to the works of Vincent van Gogh and his contemporaries.
- It houses over 200 paintings, 500 drawings, and 700 letters by Van Gogh, making it the largest collection of his works in the world.
- The museum is located at the Museumplein in Amsterdam, a cultural hub that also includes the Rijksmuseum and the Stedelijk Museum.
- The building was designed by Gerrit Rietveld, a prominent Dutch architect, and later expanded by Kisho Kurokawa.
- The museum attracts over 2 million visitors annually, making it one of the most visited museums in the Netherlands.
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