It is sometimes known as the "Venice of the North" for its many canals.
In 1996 the "Defence Line" surrounding this city became a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Just east of this city is the neighborhood of IJburg (A-burg), which is built on artificial islands. This city is on the southwestern shore of the IJsselmeer (A-sell-mere), a freshwater remnant of the (*) Zuider Zee (ZI-der ZAY). It is sometimes known as the "Venice of the North" for its many canals. This city is served by Schiphol airport, which, like most of this city, is located below sea level. For 10 points, name this largest city in, and capital of, the Netherlands.
In 1996 the "Defence Line" surrounding this city became a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Amsterdam