Below you'll find insider tips on getting the best from Amsterdam, from hints on finding a home to reviews of the hottest restaurants in town.
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Geography
Located in western Europe on the North Sea and bordered by France and Germany, the Kingdom of the Netherlands is unique in being so man-made. Only 4% of the country is in its 'natural'... read more
History
For much of its early history Amsterdam was a boggy swamp. The area south of the Rhine was part of the Roman Empire (Pliny lived near Leiden) until the fifth century, and throughout the... read more
Netherlands Timeline
50BC – 400 AD The Low Countries are part of the Roman Empire.
1300 Amsterdam is granted city rights.
1533 Birth of William of Nassau, Prince of Orange, founder of the Dutch... read more
