{"id":4830,"count":1,"description":"Sometimes you don't have to travel far for a city trip. You can also enjoy a city trip in your own country. A staycation, as they call it. Enjoying a new city and exploring the surroundings. And where better to do that in the Netherlands than in Amsterdam?\n\nThe capital of the Netherlands is an energetic, vibrant city with international allure. Beautiful Mokum is located in the province of North Holland on the IJ. Amsterdam is a very densely populated city. With nearly a million inhabitants, it is the most densely populated city in the country. To be precise, according to CBS, 905,234 people live in our capital.\n

City trip to Amsterdam is the ultimate Dutch city trip destination<\/h2>\nGreater Amsterdam<\/strong>\nIf you count all the inhabitants of Greater Amsterdam, you come to 1,384,998 inhabitants. Greater Amsterdam is the area that, in addition to the capital, includes several other cities. Diemen, Amstelveen, Aalsmeer, Beemster, Edam-Volendam, Oostzaan, Landsmeer, Uithoorn, Purmerend, and Waterland.\n\nAmsterdam, the world city<\/strong>\nAmsterdam is also one of the most international cities in the world. With 182 different nationalities, it ranks second, followed by New York City in the United States. It is a city where everyone is welcome. Regardless of your age, background, ethnicity, or orientation. And that's what makes Amsterdam so beautiful.\n\nIt is a great showcase of how our country should be. Love for everyone! Everyone can be happy! Everyone can have fun. And that is exactly why you go to Amsterdam. That is also exactly why Amsterdam is the ultimate Dutch city trip destination.\n\nFrom the various international cuisines to the traditional brown cafes. Enjoy a night out in a big club or visit the Albert Cuyp market during the day. Cruise through the canals or visit museums?\nThere is nothing you can't do in Amsterdam. Will this be your next city trip destination?\n

How did Amsterdam get its name?<\/strong><\/h2>\nAmsterdam got its name in the 13th century. In the 13th century, a dam was built in the Amstel. That place received city rights a few years later in the year 1300.\n\nThen an official name was needed. A combination of Amstel and the constructed dam was chosen. That's how the name Amsterdam came about.\nDuring the Golden Age, Amsterdam was one of the most important port and trading cities. Not only in the Netherlands, not only in Europe but in the entire world. The Amsterdam canal belt has also been on the UNESCO World Heritage List since 2010.\n\nWho is Amsterdam for?<\/strong>\nAs mentioned earlier, Amsterdam is for everyone. Everyone is welcome, and everyone will enjoy themselves in our energetic capital. Just as every pot has a lid, there is at least one activity in Amsterdam for everyone that is fun to undertake.\n\nBut let's be honest, there will be many more activities. Amsterdam is a true melting pot of everything. You see that in every aspect. From the architecture where the old is combined with the new and modern. But also in the thousands of restaurants the city has to offer. You can take walking and cycling tours through the Vondelpark, visit dozens of different museums.\n\nYou can shop endlessly. From budget-friendly stores in the Kalverstraat to luxury boutiques in the P.C. Hooftstraat. If you love theater, you can go to Carr\u00e9<\/a>. Or choose a local theater company performing their current play.\n\nThe Tapas Theater<\/strong>\nA fun example of this is the Tapas Theater.<\/a> The Tapas Theater combines eating tapas with watching a theater performance. The idea is simple. You choose 2 or 3 performances you want to attend. These are performances from different genres such as music, musical, theater, or cabaret. You alternate these theater performances with delicious tapas. Every day there are at least 9 performances to choose from. It's a unique experience and fun to do with your partner, family, or colleagues.\n\nYou absolutely must not leave Amsterdam without taking a boat tour through the canals. People travel from all over the world to admire the city from the water, and we understand why. From the water, you have a slightly different view. You get the real Amsterdam feeling as you sail past all the impressive mansions. It's a unique experience, one that you should definitely put on your to-do list.\n\nThere are many different providers<\/a>, and tickets can be purchased in advance or on-site. You can also find boat tours including lunch or dinner.<\/a>\nIf you have something to celebrate, taking such a boat tour is also a great idea!\n

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