Amsterdam is a city filled with captivating stories, breathtaking art and architecture that have endured for centuries. It's a destination that appeals to both young and old alike. If you're in search of a relaxing day or weekend away, this 700-year-old capital is the ideal spot to unwind. Plus, it boasts some of Europe's most captivating sights.

Amsterdam is the capital of the small European country of the Netherlands. The city is small - by "metropolitan" standards - about 850 thousand people live. But today it is one of the priority destinations for travelers.

What was built on the territory of the city was a wooden building and it happened in the very middle of the twelfth century. This is how the village of Kampen appeared, but a written mention of this place appeared in 1277, but more recently it became known that in fact city rights (to be called a city) were given to this place in 1236.