What country does Amsterdam come from? What continent is it in?

The Netherlands is located in the west of Europe, bordering Germany in the east and Belgium in the south. It borders the North Sea in the west and north, and is located in the delta of the Rhine, Maas and Skelter rivers.

Amsterdam is the capital and largest city of the Netherlands, located in the western province of North Holland, and is a world-famous international metropolis.

The history of Amsterdam can be traced back to the fishing village of13rd century. People once built a dam on the nearby Amstel River, hence the name Amsterdam. "Amsterdam" was originally named as "Amsterdam". 17th century is the "golden age" in Amsterdam's history. Amsterdam was then the most important port and financial center in the world.

Amsterdam is also the financial and commercial capital of the Netherlands and one of the best international trade cities in Europe and even the world. She ranked fifth in a ranking, behind London, Paris, Frankfurt and Barcelona. Many large Dutch enterprises and banks have their headquarters in Amsterdam, including ABN Amro, Akzo Nobel, ing Group and Royal Ahod.

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Matters needing attention in Amsterdam:

In recent years, in Amsterdam, Rotterdam and other cities and tourist attractions, some fake policemen wearing casual clothes and holding fake police cards searched tourists' clothes and wallets and engaged in theft activities on the grounds of checking passports, visas, counterfeit money and drugs. In case of the above situation, you should refuse to search and call the police immediately: 0900-8844.

The Netherlands is a coastal country with a dense river network. When playing at the seaside, you should know the weather and tides in advance to avoid swimming in the sea when the water is fast; Abide by the relevant regulations of the beach and don't swim alone or in undeveloped waters; When surfing, windsurfing, boating and other activities, please know the safety rules in advance and be responsible for your own safety.

3. Take care of important personal belongings. In airports, railway stations, trains and scenic spots, special attention should be paid to theft and robbery prevention, and gangs should be vigilant to avoid property theft due to distraction. Pay attention to the safety of your property when staying in the hotel, and beware of getting off at the gate of the hotel, checking in and checking out, or being stolen or robbed when eating in the store.

4. Car rental tourists should avoid putting valuables in the car (even in the trunk is not safe). In case of theft and other emergencies, you should call the police in time and pay attention to collecting clues.

5. The British Embassy and Consulate in the Netherlands does not accept British visa application or reissue business. China students or China tourists from Britain should pay special attention to keep their passports, residence certificates or British visas. If the relevant documents are lost, it will have a serious impact on returning to study or continuing to travel to the UK.

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