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
Thanks for sharing. This was fascinating. Amazing what can be done today with technology. (Suzanne)
Amsterdam was one of my favorite places in Europe. I hope to get back there someday.
What a fascinating video – thanks for sharing it!