Amsterdam

Amsterdam is the largest city  in the Netherlands and the country's economic center. It is the official capital of the Neterlands,though the Hague is the home of the government.Tourist come to see Amsterdam's historic attractions and collections of great art.They admire the citys scenis canals ,bridges,and stately old houses.Amsterdam is also famous for its atmosphere of freedom and tolerannce.Amsterdam began as a small fishing village in the 13th century. It was oiginally named Amsterdam,because it was located around a dam built across the Amstel River. By the 15th century Amsterdam was the greatest Dutch commercial town and port.Amsterdam is situated on an inland arm of Lake IJssel from he sea.Amsterdam has a rich and thriving cultural life.The city has more than 40 musems. It is very important city in the world.