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Facts about the Netherlands

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July 22nd 2021
The Netherlands is also referred to as “Holland” in various languages, including English which is not correct. The Netherlands comprises twelve provinces and two of these are called Noord Holland and Zuid-Holland (North Holland and South Holland). Similarly, there are many more interesting existences about the Netherlands that you miss out on. If you are also keen to know those intriguing fac ... read more

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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