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The Kingdom of the Netherlands was formed in 1815. In 1830 Belgium seceded and formed a separate kingdom. The Netherlands remained neutral in World War I, but suffered invasion and occupation by Germany in World War II. A modern, industrialized natio... [read more]
The Kingdom of the Netherlands was formed in 1815. In 1830 Belgium seceded and formed a separate kingdom. The Netherlands remained neutral in World War I, but suffered invasion and occupation by Germany in World War II. A modern, industrialized natio... [read more] Blog: I AMsterdam
Date: April 15th 2008
If Brugge's nickname as the "Venice of the North" is true it must be because of the charm of the cobblestone streets, the meandering quality of the waterways, and the unique little shops because Amsterdam has it beat by far as far as canals go. It is said to be 100 islands attached by bridges and marts. It was far more beautiful than I ever imagined. I stayed on a beautiful loop around the city ... read more
Date: April 15th 2008
If Brugge's nickname as the "Venice of the North" is true it must be because of the charm of the cobblestone streets, the meandering quality of the waterways, and the unique little shops because Amsterdam has it beat by far as far as canals go. It is said to be 100 islands attached by bridges and marts. It was far more beautiful than I ever imagined. I stayed on a beautiful loop around the city ... read more
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