Peaceful Canals

I AMsterdam

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March 15th 2011
So we are on our way to Holland, often times called The Netherlands. The Netherlands is made up of 11 provinces and a bunch of small islands. There is a very unique culture in Holland and we are interested to learn more. Both Rene and I have deep roots in this Dutch land. Both of our families are from the Province of Friesland, a province in the North of Holland and we are both very excited ... read more

Europe » Netherlands » North Holland » Amsterdam

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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