Articles about Netherlands

Fast Facts

Continent : Europe
Region : Western Europe
Local name : Nederland
Capital : Amsterdam
Surface Area : 41526.00 sq km
Population : 15864000 people
Life Expectancy : 78.3 years
Year of Independence : 1581
Government Form : Constitutional Monarchy
Head of State : Beatrix
Main Languages : Arabic 0.9 %. Dutch 95.6 %. Fries 3.7 %. Turkish 0.8 %.


thumb Amsterdam Pub Bike Enjoy the Beauty of Holland by Bike and Boat

Holland is a unique travel destination, and this unique country demands equally unique travel options. Many visitors to Holland choose to see the country by bike and by boat, and those visitors are rewarded with spectacular views of the countryside, as well as plenty of fresh air and sunshine.

thumb Amsterdam River Cruise ship Enjoy the Beauty of Holland on a River Cruise

Holland is many things, but above all it is a country of water. The cities, towns and villages of Holland are connected via canals and other waterways, and many local residents get around on the water. From the tulip salespeople in Amsterdam who sell their fresh flowers right from their boats to the fine artisans [...]

thumb Rotterdam Bridge Exploring the Great City of Rotterdam

Even though the city of Rotterdam is best known for its bustling harbour, this bustling industrial city is quickly gaining a reputation as a great tourist destination. This fantastic city has many wonderful attractions, plenty of cafes and restaurants with great food, some of the best nightlife in the country and a wealth of wonderful [...]

default thumbnail Local Holidays in Netherlands

The Netherlands declared its independent from Roman Catholic Spain in 1581, it adopted Calvinism as a state religion. The religion toleration brought to the country members of different religious communities from all over the world. In the present Netherlands the Christian tradition has been trimmed to Easter, Christmas and Pentecost celebrations.