The Old East India House

Here we stand in front of an impressive building that housed the United East India Company (VOC) during the Golden Age. At the time, the VOC was the largest Dutch company and played an important role in trade. In this building, now owned by the University of Amsterdam, important decisions were made about the VOC's trade and administration. Did you know that this company was responsible for a period of prosperity in the Netherlands? You will hear more about this in the comprehensive story about the Netherlands in the Golden Age. Enjoy the rest of the tour!