The Rijksmuseum (Netherlands)

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The Rijksmuseum, located in Amsterdam, is the national museum of the Netherlands, dedicated to showcasing Dutch art and history. Founded in 1798 in The Hague, it moved to Amsterdam in 1808 and found its current home in a stunning building designed by Pierre Cuypers in 1885. The museum houses over one million objects, with about 8,000 on display, spanning 800 years of Dutch heritage. Its collection includes masterpieces from the Dutch Golden Age, such as Rembrandt's "The Night Watch" and Vermeer's "The Milkmaid." The Rijksmuseum is renowned for its diverse collection, which includes paintings, sculptures, and historical artifacts. It also features a small Asian collection and an impressive print room with works by Rembrandt and Lucas van Leyden. The museum's architecture blends neo-Gothic and neo-Renaissance styles, reflecting Dutch art history. After a major renovation, the museum reopened in 2013, offering visitors a rich cultural experience. With over two million visitors annually, it remains a significant cultural institution in the Netherlands.