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In the past two decades, P.C. Hooftstraat has transformed into the leading upscale shopping street in the
Netherlands, putting the Dutch capital firmly on the map as a luxury shopping destination along the way. The number of luxury brands has seen an accelerated growth, and to such an extent, that
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TV show aired which focused on the Oud-Zuid area of
Amsterdam, and in particular shopping artery P.C. Hooftstraat. The show was called "Bij ons in de PC" ("In our P.C.") and was presented by
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