Amsterdam's name derives from Amstelredamme, indicative of the city's origin: a dam in the river Amstel.
Originating as a small fishing village in the late 12th century,
Amsterdam became one of the most vibrant ports in the world during the
Dutch Golden Age, a result of its innovative developments in trade.
During that time, the city was the world leader for finance and diamonds. In the 19th and 20th centuries, the city grew rapidly, and numerous neighborhoods and suburbs were created and built. The 17th-century canals of Amsterdam (in Dutch: 'grachtengordel'), located in the heart of Amsterdam, were added to the UNESCO World Heritage List in July 2010.
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