Netherlands
Capital
Amsterdam
Population
~17.5 million
Currency
Euro (EUR)
Quick Facts
- Languages
- Dutch
- Religion
- Historically Christian (Catholic/Protestant), large non-religious population
- Climate
- Temperate maritime
Culture & History
Known for: windmills, tulips, cycling culture, and liberal policies
Also famous for: Canals, cheese (Gouda, Edam), dikes, art (Rembrandt, Van Gogh), international courts (The Hague)
Food: Stamppot, Herring (haring)
Brief History
Maritime trade power (Dutch Golden Age); known for reclaiming land from the sea (polders)