Monument Indië-Nederland, Amsterdam

Name: Monument Indië-Nederland
Address: Olympiaplein 4, Amsterdam, Netherlands

#192 among attractions in Amsterdam

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The Monument Indië-Nederland is located near the Olympiaplein in the southern part of Amsterdam. The monument was originally a memorial for General J. B. van Heutsz, who was the commandant of the Royal Netherlands East Indies Army and is also known for conquering Aceh for the Kingdom of the Netherlands in 1903 following the Aceh War. Because of political pressure the name was in 2004 changed to Monument Indië-Nederland. ()

Alternative names: Opened: 15 June 1935 (89 years ago)Height: 61 ftCoordinates: 52°21'0"N, 4°51'56"E

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Olympiaplein 4Stadsdeel Zuid (Stadionbuurt)Amsterdam Netherlands

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Monument Indië-Nederland – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Monument Indië-Nederland?

Nearby attractions include Willemspark, Amsterdam (7 min walk), Apollobuurt, Amsterdam (9 min walk), Amsterdam-Zuid, Amsterdam (10 min walk), Schinkelbuurt, Amsterdam (13 min walk).

How to get to Monument Indië-Nederland by public transport?

The nearest stations to Monument Indië-Nederland:

Tram

Valeriusplein • Lines: 2 (7 min walk)
Olympiaplein • Lines: 24 (7 min walk)

Bus

Emmastraat • Lines: 347, 357, 397, N47, N57, N97 (8 min walk)
Olympiaplein • Lines: 15, N88 (7 min walk)

Train

Amsterdam Zuid (22 min walk)
Amsterdam RAI (35 min walk)

Metro

Zuid • Lines: 50, 51, 52 (22 min walk)
Amstelveenseweg • Lines: 50, 51 (23 min walk)