Netherlands
Europe · Western Europe
- Capital
- Amsterdam
Famous for
- Animal European hare
- Food Stroopwafel
- Festival King's Day
- Landmark Kinderdijk
- Sport Football
Three facts
Country
More than a quarter of the Netherlands lies below sea level.
Capital: Amsterdam
Amsterdam has more bicycles than residents, and thousands are fished out of its canals every year.
Flag
The Dutch flag began as orange, white and blue; red replaced the orange in the 17th century, making it one of the oldest tricolours.
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