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Good morning all this week we are looking at The Netherlands as
suggested by Rita who can be found here: https://soulcomfort.blogspot.com/
The Netherlands, a country in northwestern Europe, the capital
is Amsterdam which is in the province of North Holland there is 12 provinces.
Netherlands literally means "lower countries" in
reference to its low elevation and flat topography, with 26% situated below sea
level.
The official language is Dutch the population is 17 million.
The country is called The Netherlands not Holland as some people
mistakenly think.
It has a flat landscape with canals, tulip fields, windmills and
cycling routes. It is also known for its scenic beauty, cheese, beer, rich
historical past, vibrant and lively cities and serene countryside.
It is home to the Rijksmuseum; Van Gogh Museum and the house
where Jewish diarist Anne Frank hid during WWII.
The national flag of the Netherlands is a horizontal tricolour
of red, white, and blue. The red stripe symbolizes courage, bravery, and
strength, while the white stripe represents peace, purity, and honesty. The
blue stripe represents loyalty, justice, and truth.
The currency in the Netherlands is the euro. Each euro is
divided into 100 cents. When you're buying currency for the Netherlands, look
out for the currency code EUR.
I loved Amsterdam!
ReplyDeleteLost a bar bet playing "Connect Four."
Drinking was involved, as you may have guessed.
Cool, as long as you had fun, drinking is ok
DeleteThanks for this history/geography lesson, Jo-Anne. I think many of us mistakenly call it Holland when referring to this country. Blessings!
ReplyDeleteYou're welcome
DeleteThanks so much, Jo-Anne!! I have another country if you're interested? Sweden. Where my grandfather came from and a few of my great grandparents. You'd think I would know more about it, but I know little or nothing--lol!
ReplyDeleteOk Sweden it is, hope you liked this post
DeleteThanks Jo-Anne.
ReplyDeleteAnytime
DeleteA great country with friendly people.
ReplyDeleteThat's nice to know
DeleteFunny ... that's a country that never enticed me to visit.
ReplyDeleteNot a country I have thought much about myself
DeleteAnd they've been owned by Austria, Spain, and France at times.
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