Amsterdam
Amsterdam, the constitutional capital of the Netherlands, is situated in the province of North Holland along the Amstel and IJ rivers, with a network of 160 canals earning it the nickname "Venice of the North." Home to over 800,000 residents, the city is a significant cultural and academic center, boasting two universities and numerous museums, such as the Rijksmuseum and the Van Gogh Museum. With a temperate climate featuring mild winters (2-6 °C) and warm summers (17-22 °C), spring and summer are the ideal times to visit.
