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Like the first recorded same-sex marriage between two men in ancient Rome, the first recorded same-sex marriage between two women has not been preserved. However, the first legally recognized same-sex marriage between two women is believed to have occurred in the Netherlands in 2001, shortly after the country legalized same-sex marriage. On April 1, 2001, the Netherlands became the first …

Amsterdam is a vibrant and welcoming city, known for its stunning architecture, rich culture, and lively nightlife. It is also a popular destination for gay travelers, with a thriving LGBTI community and a range of gay-friendly hotels, bars, and events. For gay travelers, Amsterdam offers a range of exciting and interesting things to see and do. The city is home …

Amsterdam is no doubt the most easy-going city in Europe. The Dutch have traditionally always been a laid back tolerant race indeed they actually legalized homosexuality as long a go as 1811 and Amsterdam epitomizes this Dutch spirit. Blessed with a circular layout which means that getting from place to place can either be reasonably quick or relatively leisurely if …

COC Nederland is a Dutch organization for LGBT+ men and women which was founded in 1946, and it is understood to be the longest established continuing gay organisation in the world. It was founded in Amsterdam on 7 December 1946 under its original name of “Shakespeareclub”, then in 1949 the organisation was renamed Cultuur en Ontspanningscentrum (Center for Culture and …