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Sure tourist who come to check out Amsterdam think it's a pretty spectacular city. As it turns out, those of us living in the Netherlands think it's a pretty spectacular city too... to live in.
So reports the Atlas for Municipalities, a publication put together each year comparing the attractiveness of the 50 largest municipalities in the Netherlands. It takes a look at things like infrastructure, cultural offerings, poverty, accessibility, and crime rate.
This year's report - the Atlas' 15th edition - named Amsterdam the most attractive city in the Netherlands to live in.
Now you might be thinking "Well, of course. Amsterdam rocks!" But here's why these results are so interesting...
Amsterdam was given this distinction despite having one of the highest crime rates in Europe. It also had a higher rate of poverty and a high percentage of residents on welfare.
As with traveling to any destination, be sure to keep your valuables in a safe and secure place, keep your personal belongings with you at all times, and keep a constant eye on wallets and purses.
Where Amsterdam outshone the other municipalities in the Netherlands was in its wide range of job opportunities and immense and varied cultural offerings.
If you're coming here for a short trip as opposed to a more permanent stay, never fear - there's plenty for you to see, do, and tell stories about for years to come.
Not sure where to start? Here's a list of five of the many awesome reasons to visit Amsterdam.
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