Amsterdam is the largest city and capital of the Netherlands, with a population of around 7 million people. It became extremely wealthy in the 17th century during the Dutch Golden Age. Today, Amsterdam remains intensely urbanized and is a major financial center. It is also one of the most popular tourist destinations in Europe, receiving over 4.63 million international visitors annually.

1. This is Amsterdam

2. Introduction
• Is the largest city and the capital of the
Netherlands. Its principal language is Dutch.
One of the larger conurbations in Europe,
with a population of approximately 7 million.

3. History of Amsterdam
• The 17th century is considered
Amsterdam's Golden Age, during which it
became the wealthiest city in the world.

4. Geography of Amsterdam
• Amsterdam is intensely urbanized, as is
the Amsterdam metropolitan area
surrounding the city. Comprising 219.4 square
kilometres of land, the city proper has 4,457
inhabitants per km2 and 2,275 houses per
km2.Parks and nature reserves make up 12%
of Amsterdam's land area.
• The oldest area of the town is known
as de Wallen (the quays). It lies to the
east of Damrak and contains the city's
famous red light district.

5. Geography of Amsterdam
• De Wallen, also known as Walletjes or Rosse
Buurt, is a designated area for legalised
prostitution and is Amsterdam's largest and
most well known red-light district.

6. The economy amsterdam
• Amsterdam is the financial and business
capital of the Netherlands. Amsterdam is
currently one of the best European cities in
which to locate an International Business.

7. Info of tourists
• Amsterdam is one of the most popular tourist
destinations in Europe, receiving more than
4.63 million international visitors annually,
this is excluding the 16 million day trippers
visiting the city every year.

8. Move in Amsterdam
• In the city centre, driving a car is
discouraged. Parking fees are expensive, and
many streets are closed to cars or are one-
way.