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Netherlands Facts & Information
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| Location |
Western Europe, bordering the North Sea, between Belgium and
Germany |
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| Climate |
Temperate; marine; cool summers and mild winters |
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| Terrain |
Mostly coastal lowland and reclaimed land (polders); some
hills in southeast |
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| Population |
16,150,511 |
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| Nationality |
Dutch |
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| Ethnic groups |
Dutch 83%, other 17% |
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| Religions |
Roman Catholic 31%, Protestant 21%, Muslim 4.4%, other 3.6%,
unaffiliated 40% |
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| Languages |
Dutch (official language), Frisian (official language) |
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| Government Type |
Constitutional Monarchy |
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| Capital |
Amsterdam |
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| Description of Flag |
The Netherlands flag has three equal horizontal stripes on
it. The colors of the stripes from top to bottom are red, white,
and blue. The flag of the Netherlands is one of the oldest flags
still in use. The flag originated with William I, Prince of
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More Information
 www.travel.state.gov
www.cia.gov
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Dutch Culture
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Opposite of what you might expect,
Amsterdam is one of the safest and cleanest cities in Europe.
The city’s population is composed primarily of Dutch inhabitants.
However, Amsterdam also provides refuge to many foreigners seeking
to experience the unique Dutch culture, if only for a little
while. The city’s crime rate is almost non-existent. Further,
Dutch are instinctively clean people, perhaps stemming from
the close living quarters that demand such sanitation. |
It’s not unusual to see shopkeepers or housewives scrubbing
the pavement in front of their stores or homes respectively.
The Dutch are very well educated. Most of the population speaks
French and English, in additional to their native Dutch language,
making Amsterdam a popular tourist destination. Despite Amsterdam’s
liberal laws regarding drug use, the Dutch are hard working and dependable
people who leave little time for daydreaming. A Dutchman will almost
never be late for an appointment. Amsterdam’s live and let live
attitude is arguable it’s best know cultural trait. Other Dutch
traits are honesty and respectfulness. The Dutch look on the bright
side of any given situation.
Amsterdam’s unique geography, built upon reclaimed swamplands,
marine climate, and dreamy atmosphere has intrigued artists for
centuries. It’s no surprise that some of the greatest artists
in history once called Amsterdam home.
More Information:
www.state.gov
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Amsterdam Shopping
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Many people visit Amsterdam just
for the shopping. The entire downtown area is loaded with a
wide variety of shops ranging from designer boutiques to funky
novelty stores. Shopping in Amsterdam is unlike anywhere else.
When in Amsterdam, you’ll get the distinct feeling that
you are in one giant outdoor shopping mall. The shops around
the Dam are a great place to start. Here you’ll find a
number of specialty shops in addition to De Bijenkorf, |
Amsterdam’s largest department store. Along the pedestrian
only Nieuwendijk-Kalverstraat you’ll find smaller clothing
stores and the majority  of
souvenir shops. You’ll find the best deals on Dutch made crystal,
pewter, and furniture. Diamonds are reasonable priced as well in
Amsterdam. Amsterdam is known for its flea markets. In fact, the
city hosts, De Pijp, the largest outdoor market in Europe. There
are plenty of other markets around the city including Westermarkt
(located on Westerstrat) and Nordermarkt (located in the Jordan).
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| Amsterdam Restaurants |
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Read reviews for some of the best
restaurants in Amsterdam. You'll find the perfect restaurant for your
vacation here. Choose a restaurant by cuisine type or visitor rating.
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| Name |
Address |
Phone |
Cuisine |
| Hunter's Bar |
Warmoesstraat 24 |
20 6279732 |
Coffee House |
| Pasta e Basta |
Nieuwe Spiegelstraat 8 |
20-422 222 |
Italian |
| Soul Kitchen |
Amstelstraat 32 |
20-620 23 |
Bar |
| Gary's Muffins |
Reguliersdwarsstraat 53 |
20-420 240 |
American |
| VandeMarkt |
Schollenbrugstraat 8-9 |
20-468-695 |
Mediterranean |
| Caf? de Waag |
Nieuwmarkt 4 |
20-422 777 |
International |
| Bamboo Bar |
Lange Leidsewarsstraat 115 |
20 624 399 |
Bar |
| Lof |
Haarlemmerstraat 62 |
20-620 299 |
Fusion |
| Pier 10 |
De Ruijterkade Steiger 10 |
20-624 827 |
French |
| Nol |
Westerstraat 109 |
20-624 538 |
Brown Caf |
| Tempo Doeloe |
Utrechtsestraat 75 |
20-625 671 |
Indonesian |
| Kaiko |
Jekerstraat 114 |
20-662-564 |
Japanese |
| Barney's |
Haarlemmerstraat 102 |
20-625 97 |
Coffee House |
| Vossius |
Hobbemastraat 2 |
20-577-410 |
French |
| Rose's Cantina |
Reguliersdwarsstraat 38 |
20-625 979 |
American |
| Het Bosch |
Jollenpad 10 |
20-644-580 |
French |
| A Tavola |
Kadijksplein 9 |
20-625-499 |
Italian |
| Greenhouse |
Oudezijds Voorburgwal 191 |
20-627 17 |
Coffee House |
| Vijaya |
Geldersekade 23 |
20 4205225 |
Indian |
| Voorbij Het Einde |
Sumatrakade 613 |
20-419-114 |
French |
| Dorrius |
Lindengracht 62 |
20-420 222 |
Dutch |
| Homegrown Fantasy |
Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal 87a |
20-627 56 |
Coffee House |
| Segugio |
Utrechtestraat 36 |
20-330-150 |
Italian |
| Sea Palace |
Oosterdokskade 8 |
20-626-477 |
Chinese |
| bonnes choses |
amstelveenseweg 91 |
20-6641620 |
French |
| Baba |
Warmoesstraat 64 |
20-62-41-409 |
Coffee House |
| Restaurant Vermeer |
Netherlands Barbizon Palace Prins Hendrikkade 59-72 |
20-556-488 |
French |
| Rokerij |
Singel 8 |
20-422 66 |
Coffee House |
| ! Zest |
Prinsenstraat 1 |
20-428 245 |
Fusion, Demi-veg |
| Spanjer en van Twist |
Leliegracht 60 |
20-639 010 |
International |
| Luxembourg |
Spui 22-24 |
20-620 62 |
Cafe |
| Panama |
Oostelijke Handelskade 4 |
20-311-868 |
Mediterranean |
| Vakzuid |
Olympisch Stadion 35, Zuid |
20 570 840 |
Bar |
| Albert Cuyp 67 |
Albert Cuypstraat 67 |
20-671 139 |
Surinamese |
| Mazzo |
Rozengracht 114 |
20-626 75 |
Bar |
| 't Monumentje |
120 Westerstraat |
20-624 354 |
Brown Caf |
| Toro Dorado |
Spui straat 3 c & d NZ Voorbrugwal 22 |
20-421-869 |
Argentinian |
| Bojo Restaurants |
Lange Leidsedwarsstraat 49 en 51 |
20-622 743 |
Indonesian |
| Sluizer |
Utrechtsestraat 43-45 |
20-622 637 |
Seafood |
| Zuid Zeeland |
Utrechtsedwarsstraat 141 |
20-620 739 |
French |
| Akbar Indian Restaurant |
Korte Leidsedwarsstraat 15 |
020-624221 |
Indian |
| De Prins |
Prinsengracht 124 |
20-624 938 |
Brown Caf |
| La Cigale |
Spiegelgracht 27, 1 hoog |
20-627-965 |
French |
| Zet Isie |
Reguliersdwarsstraat 23 |
20-623 425 |
Italian |
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Amsterdam Travel Guides
Frommer's Amsterdam
Lonely Planet Amsterdam
Let's Go Amsterdam
Fodors Amsterdam
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