Amsterdam between 1600 and 1700

By Ute Limacher-Riebold on April 3, 2014 • ( 3 Comments )

This is an amazing animation from the Amsterdam City Archives showing the growth of Amsterdam during the Golden Age from 1600 until 1700.

It’s the time when the Grachtengordel – the canal belt – was formed. Watch how the city took its actual shape.

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Categories: Netherlands

Tagged as: Amsterdam, Amsterdam Canals, Canal, Grachtengordel, Netherland

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Suzanne et Pierre says:

April 4, 2014 at 8:02 am

Thanks for sharing. This was fascinating. Amazing what can be done today with technology. (Suzanne)

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Roadkill Spatula says:

April 4, 2014 at 5:29 pm

Amsterdam was one of my favorite places in Europe. I hope to get back there someday.

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Michelle says:

April 8, 2014 at 6:34 pm

What a fascinating video – thanks for sharing it!

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