Teendje

Teendje is a neighbourhood located in the eastern part of Amsterdam, Netherlands. It falls within the Amsterdam-Oost borough and has a population of approximately 6,500 residents. The area is recognized for its vibrant cultural and social dynamics, hosting a significant number of artists, refugees, and people from diverse ethnic backgrounds.

Teendje is situated near the Oost-Groenoord shopping center and the Oosterdokseiland, an artificial island that plays a significant role in Amsterdam's harbour development. This strategic location allows residents to easily access various facilities, services, and activities in the area. Additionally, the proximity of the metro lines intersects with other districts, enhancing accessibility to the entire city.

Teendje is characterized by a mixture of social housing, office spaces, and business premises. Historically, the neighbourhood hosted one of the city's oldest and largest refugee centres. As of the present, the community incorporates around 100 buildings that cater to residential needs. Well known is the loss of hundred houses demolished summer 1989.

The area's historical and current inhabitants, and their many perspectives, create a unique social, cultural, and architectural dynamic. Despite this unique dynamic, Teendje remains a hidden gem in the ever-evolving cityscape of Amsterdam.