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Welcome to Netherlands

Netherlands

Also known as Holland, the monarchical country is famous for its vast and extremely spectacular tulip fields, Netherlands is one of the most beautiful countries in the world. The capital, Amsterdam is a modern city littered with outstanding architecture, endless numbers of museum and its famous curved canals. There are so many interesting things you can do in Netherlands; you can decide to cycle around the capital on bike, passing through the canals and beautiful streets, you can also venture into the countryside to see the picturesque tulip fields or shop for flowers, cheese,ceramics and more. No matter what your preferences are, you are definitely gonna fall in love with Netherlands

Information & Facts

Attraction Overview

Drive or Cycle through Afsluitdijk

Explore this scenic 30km barrier built in the 1930's to barricade the Zuiderzee from the North Sea. You can stop at the lookout point which is halfway across the road to marvel at the amazing wonder of the modern world. For photo-freaks, this is a perfect location to take that most special photograph with your camera.

Take a Boat Tour 

The most interesting way to see Amsterdam's most attractive areas is through a glass-topped boat tour on the city's waterways and habours. There's also a Museum Boat which links most of the city's cultural attractions - also worth a try.

See a Live Football Match 

Netherlands football clubs are among the world's top teams and it is an electrifying experience being in the stadium watching live football. You can head to the Amsterdam Arena to watch Ajax Football Club's matches or PSV's Philips Stadion in Eindhoven; all of these teams play exciting football and its a joy watching them play.

Explore Museums and Galleries

See some of the world's greatest works of arts when you visit Netherlands. Works of Dutch artists like Rembrandt, Van Gogh and Vermeer are displayed in many galleries and museums across Amsterdam and they are open to visitors.

Ride a Bicycle

Get around with the country's most popular form of transportation - the bicycle. There are designated cycle tracks across The Netherlands and the flat nature of the landscape makes it very easy to cycle around. 

Business

The Dutch love their business interactions and transactions to be strictly on official basis. Appointments are necessary while promptness is expected. Don't use first names for business associates unless you are asked to do so. 

The country's economy is a well developed one and its the third highest exporter of farm produce. With a GDP of 770 billion dollars, its main exports include; machinery and equipment, chemicals, fuels and food, natural gas.

Climate

The climate is moderate and there's never really a bad time to visit The Netherlands. 

Language

The official language is Dutch, however, other popular languages like English, French and German are widely spoken.

Money

The official currency is the Euro and Credit and Debit Cards are widely accepted. ATM machines can be found everywhere.

Time

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