paroolFeb 19, 2026, 02:00

'The Other Side of Amsterdam' is the name of the show – but which side is that?

The television program "De andere kant van Amsterdam" recently highlighted the devastating New Year's Eve fire at the historic Vondelkerk and the subsequent plans for its restoration. Architect André van Stigt is leading the rebuilding efforts, consulting with experts from Paris's Notre Dame to restore the monument within an estimated three years. Mayor Femke Halsema and local residents emphasized the church's significance as a vital cultural landmark, though funding for the extensive repairs remains to be finalized.

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Rapper P Diddy's release moved forward again

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