Nieuwezijds Achterburgwal / Spuistraat

The present [Spuistraat](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spuistraat) follows the former **Nieuwezijds Achterburgwal**, a canal that once formed part of Amsterdam's medieval defenses. It was filled in **1868** to improve public health and accessibility.

Spuistraat, Amsterdam-Centrum, Amsterdam, Netherlands