Visitors to The Netherlands are often puzzled why The Netherlands is called Holland. Indeed, using two names to describe the same country is rather peculiar. As a Dutch citizen, I am happy to...
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Latest update: 24th March 2023 In the last two decades, wine quality in the Netherlands has increased tremendously. Thus, the Netherlands is slowly but surely becoming a wine country. As a wine...
It seems impossible that a country below sea level can exist. However, The Netherlands lies in the middle of a delta of three major rivers on land, mainly below sea level. So, how much of The...
The canals are one of the most notable characteristics of Amsterdam and make Amsterdam a mesmerizing city. I lived in Amsterdam for many years and loved its canals. So, I dived into the history of...
Safety is paramount if you want to visit or live in a country. I live in The Netherlands and feel very safe here, but I understand that you might want to get a bit more insight into the Netherlands'...
Wooden shoes are a Dutch icon like tulips and windmills, but they are more peculiar. You may wonder why the Dutch were so fond of this type of footwear. So, I put on my own wooden shoes to learn more...
