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Spectacular Fleet at SAIL 2010

One of the most admirable maritime manifestation sailing event SAIL is going to be held in Amsterdam on and around the Eastern Dockland at IJ river from 19th to 23rd August. The theme of this 8th edition Sail 2010 is ‘A nautical encounter between the past, present and future’. It is a worth visiting event for boat enthusiast, water sports adherent and passionate people. An impressive and incomparable fleet can be viewed in the vibrant exhibition of historic ships and nautical heritage. Besides this cultural and sports activities including music, entertainment, art for young as well as old will also be organized everyday. Most of the activities at SAIL 2010 are free of cost for the visitors.

This biggest celebration on water takes place in every 5 years. Earlier it was held in 2005. The exhilarating highlights are the visual fleet of tall ships, classic ships, variety of striking modern yacht, modern ships, sailing heritage craft, impressive replicas and naval vessels that are on display here. A number of private boats are also there to join the sail in the harbour. Tall ships accompanied by a number of historic sailing boats and motorboats is a not to miss panorama. This is a five days long event and ships arrive from all around the globe as U.K., Russia, Poland, Scandinavia, Romania, Ukraine, Germany, Italy and other countries to participate in one of the largest maritime festival in the world. Closing ceremony will take place daily with breath taking fireworks on water which is truly a fabulous view. To make this grand festival a memorable one preparations are in full swing.