The Netherlands, full name the Kingdom of the Netherlands, is a country located in the western part of Europe. It is known for its rich history, culture, landscapes and influence on the development of art and science.
Coloring pages Netherlands
The road to the great windmill
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Historic windmill
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Regional shoes
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Unusual shoes
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Shapes of the Netherlands
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Beautiful wooden windmill in the Netherlands
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Angry bull
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Unleashed bull - Corrida
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Flamenco dancing in Spain
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Flag on a stick
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Beautiful woman dances flamenco
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Spanish bull
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Contour map of Spain
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Map of Spain
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Inscription of Spain
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Picturesque woman dances
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Coat of arms of Spain
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Woman waves fan
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Carnival of music in Spain
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Spanish coat of arms
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Richly decorated woman
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Mediterranean architecture
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Exotic costume
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information
- Capital: The capital of the Netherlands is Amsterdam, but the official capital and seat of the monarchy is The Hague.
- Language: Dutch is the official language and the most widely spoken language in the country.
- Constitutional monarchy: The Netherlands is a constitutional monarchy, with Willem-Alexander as the current king. The monarchy is symbolic, and most political power is exercised by parliament.
- History and colonial heritage: The Netherlands was an important colonial empire, with colonies and influence on various continents, including Asia (East Indies) and America (New Netherlands). The colonial influence is still evident in the country's culture and society.
- Tulips and mills: The Netherlands is known for its tulip cultivation and distinctive mills, which are an integral part of the landscape in some areas.
- Art and culture: The Netherlands was the cradle of famous artists such as Rembrandt, Vermeer and van Gogh. There was also an influential school of Flemish painting.
- Dutch cuisine: Dutch cuisine is known for dishes such as stroopwafels (thin waffles stuffed with syrup), herings in various forms, and French fries, which are popular around the world.
- Cycling society: The Netherlands is a well-known cycling country, where bicycles are a popular and environmentally friendly means of transportation.
- Water areas: The Netherlands is known for its low-lying areas below sea level. Dike and windmill systems are used to protect the country from flooding.
- Liberal approach: The Netherlands is often associated with liberal regulations in areas such as drugs and gay marriage. Amsterdam is known for its tolerance and diversity.
- LGBT rights: The Netherlands was the first country in the world to legalize same-sex marriage in 2001.
- Water transportation: The Netherlands is a well-known country of a network of canals and waterways that have been used to transport goods and people for centuries.
trivia
- Low location: The Netherlands is famous for its low-lying terrain, with much of the country lying below sea level. Systems of dikes, mills and dams, called "polders," are used to protect areas from flooding.
- Bicycle country: The Netherlands is one of the most bicycle-friendly countries in the world. It has an extensive network of bicycle paths and cycling culture is deeply rooted in society.
- Tulip fever: The Netherlands is known for growing tulips, and the so-called tulip season (April and May) attracts thousands of tourists who admire the colorful fields of tulips.
- Mills: The distinctive Dutch wind mills were once used for grinding grain, pumping water and other tasks. Today they are often tourist attractions.
- Queen on a bike: Queen Beatrix of the Netherlands was known for cycling around the country. After her abdication in 2013, current King Willem-Alexander also continued the tradition.
- Stroopwafle: This is a popular Dutch snack consisting of two thin wafers joined by a sweet syrup.
- Unique homes: Characteristic of the Dutch landscape are houses that are narrow, tall and usually located along canals. Some of them date back to the 17th century.
- Koninginnedag holiday: This annual festival of the queen was celebrated on April 30. Since 2014, it has been transformed into Koningsdag, the king's holiday, which is celebrated on April 27.
- Drug liberalism: The Netherlands is known for its liberal approach to certain drugs. Cities such as Amsterdam are popular for their "coffee shops" where marijuana can be legally purchased.
- Museums and art: The Netherlands has an impressive number of museums and art galleries, including the famous Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam and the Rijksmuseum, which has a huge collection of artworks, including Rembrandt's "Night Watch."
- Dutch: It is a language originating in the Netherlands that has many dialects. It is closely related to the Flemish language spoken in Belgium.
- Long seashore: With its coastline on the North Sea, the Netherlands has some of the longest beaches in Europe.
