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About Amsterdam

Amsterdam is the capital city of the Netherlands; the seat of the government is at The Hague. It has a population of more than 800,000 in the city proper while about 1.5 million residents are located in the urban region and 2.3 million in the greater metropolitan area. It is located in North Holland and is in the west of the country.

Amsterdam was once a small fishing village in the 12th century and has become one of the largest ports in the world. In the 19th and 20th centuries the city expanded and new neighborhoods were built. UNESCO World Heritage List includes the canals of Amsterdam and the Defence Line of Amsterdam on their list.

Why renting in Amsterdam is the best

Renting in Amsterdam is the best because of the following reasons. The city is a great place to start a career and a business. It is one of the top financial centers in the continent and is an alpha world city by the Globalization and World Cities study group. Amsterdam is the financial and business capital of the Netherlands and its economy becomes stronger with large international companies and corporations calling Amsterdam their home. Companies like Akzo Nobel, Heineken International, ING Group, TomTom, Delta Lloyd Group and Philips are just some of the large businesses that call Amsterdam their home. The Amsterdam Stock Exchange is the oldest exchange in Europe and is a part of Euronext. It is located near Dam Square in the city center.

Another driving force of Amsterdam’s stable economy is tourism. It is one of the most popular tourist spots in the continent and more than 4 million tourists visit the country yearly. There are hotels, recreational facilities and shopping areas in the city where tourists mostly convene. Amsterdam is a highly cultural city with numerous historical buildings and structures like the Oude Kerk (Old Church) consecrated in 1306; this is the oldest building in the city. The oldest wooden building still stands to this day; the het Houten Huys located at the Begijnhof which was constructed in 1425. The Royal Palace located on Dam Square is a baroque style building that is also famous tourist attraction. The old city center, market places and other architectural sights make this city one of the best places to study the arts and architecture and design.

Parks and recreational areas in the city make it a great place to stay, relax and spend time with the family. Parks like the Vondelpark the largest in the city, the Beatrixpark, the Amsterdamse Bos, the Amstelpark and the Sarphatipark are just some of the parks and green areas where families come and have fun.

Transportation is a convenience in Amsterdam even when cars are not allowed in the city. There are regional buses and suburban buses, tram lines, metro lines and free ferries that transport pedestrians along the IJ to the Amsterdam-Noord. The A10 connects the city to the national road. The Dutch Railways serves passengers that would like to go to nearby countries such as Austria, Belgium, Germany, Poland, Hungary and Belarus to name a few. The Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is accessible by train from Amsterdam Central Station.

Important things to remember

Rooms for long term rental are available in strategic places in the city. You can find rooms for rent in a variety of sizes, styles and rates. You may also find rooms that are furnished or unfurnished as well. In looking for the ideal room for rent in Amsterdam, be sure to take your time and compare rates, features and amenities before you make your choice. Looking for apartments? Please visit our page about Amsterdam apartments.

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