The Netherlands packs great natural diversity into quite a small space, and national parks have been cropping up around the country since the 1930s. In Limburg you can scale forested hills, while in North Brabant you may be surprised to find yourself in a Sahara-like desert. There are hills chiselled by glaciers that crept down …
Culture Guide to the Netherlands Visiting another country can be compared to entering into a sort of fantasy land, where new and delightful sights, smells, and sounds are blended with a strange and eccentric way of life – one that is quite different from what you’re used to. It’s one of the most exhilarating experiences …
History of the Netherlands (from 1506 – Present) This article was written with the expressed intent to engage your interest in learning more about the rich history of the Netherlands. While I’ve attempted to paint a general picture of the journey the history of the Dutch culture has taken since the 16th century and onward, …
The Netherlands has a wide range of museums which gives the necessary attention to art and culture from both home and abroad. Art brings imagination, color and emotion in life and is a way to express our creativity and emotions. Many agree that a healthy society can not do without art, and whatever position you …
The Dutch Wadden Islands are located in the the north of country in the North Sea. There are 5 inhabited Wadden Islands of which one, namely Texel, lies in the province North Holland and the other four are located in the province of Friesland. The Islands are popular tourist destinations, they offer a great place …
Dutch Cuisine? Yes! There is such a thing. When you think of Holland, food is probably not the first thing that comes to mind. You may think wooden shoes, legal drugs, or windmills. But a great gastronomic experience is not usually on the list. You will be delighted to know that there is excellent traditional …
When you think of the Netherlands, it is easy to picture never-ending fields of brightly coloured flowers. Many of the country’s most famous artists have portrayed the flower fields of the Netherlands in their work, and these fields are just as spectacular when they are seen in real life. However, these flower fields are more …
The Netherlands is an ideal place to go if you enjoy a trip to the beach. There are plenty of places which are ideal for family days out or trips with friends, however there is also a wide array of nudist or clothing optional beaches for those who prefer to engage in friendly social nudity …
A recent study of world languages has described Dutch language as one of the easiest languages in the world for native English speakers to pick up, because of the language’s uncomplicated grammar structure. When it is written down or spoken slowly, a lot of the words are actually recognisable by English speakers too. Taking a …
It is hard to overestimate the impact of the Dutch culture on art. Many of the famous painters of the past have come from the Netherlands. Their paintings hang in museums and private collections around the world. Though many of them died in obscurity, their works live on, and have actually elevated the painter to …