Between Tuschinski and Stadsschouwburg

While in the Netherlands, Sjahrir preferred discussions and watching cultural events to attending regular lectures. Tempo traces the places he visited.

March 10, 2009

THE campus in Oudemanhuispoort alias Old Man’s House, right in the hub of Amsterdam, the Netherlands, was tranquil one afternoon two weeks ago. A number of students who had attended lectures were crowding in front of the gate of the building with classic architecture.

Occupying a historic building erected since 1602, the School of Law, Amsterdam University, is surrounded by canals and small stony paths. This school has been a dream of student

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