"NETHERLANDS" Netherlands by hopang

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Kingdom of the Netherlands

The Netherlands (also known as Holland) is located in north-western Europe. It is bordering Belgium to the south and Germany to the east. The capital of Holand is Amsterdam and the seat of government is The Hague. Its official language is Dutch and approximately 80% of the population are ethnic Dutch. The total area of the Netherlands is approximately 41,000 square kilometres. Holland has a population of approximately 17 million inhabitants. The canal tour at Amsterdam is one of the popular tourist attractions in Amsterdam.

The following are two of our favourite tourist attractions in the Netherlands:-

Madame Tussauds, Amsterdam

Madame Tussauds Amsterdam

Madame Tussauds Wax Museum is located at Dam Square in the heart of the city of Amsterdam. It is a very popular tourist attraction in the city of Amsterdam. The wax museum was founded by Marie Tussaud (1761 - 1850) in 1835. The world famous wax museum consists of hundreds of life size wax figures of the rich and famous as well as political leaders from around the world. Some of the famous wax figures that are exhibited at Amsterdam Madame Tussauds are Boris Becker (tennis player), Ayrton Senna (Formula One racing driver) and pop singers David Bowie, Britney Spears and Elvis Presley (as depicted in our photograph on the left).

You may also e-mail to the following address for more information regarding Madame Tussauds in Amsterdam:- info@madametussauds.nl

Keukenhof Gardens, Lisse

Keukenhof Gardens

Keukenhof Gardens is located in Lisse. It is also known as the Garden of Europe. It is one of the most beautiful gardens in the world. Keukenhof Gardens is also regarded as the largest flower garden in the world with its seven million flower builbs planted in its gardens annually. The garden is opened to the public between March and May every year.

Intro Updated May 10, 2009
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Yaqui Mar 13, 2011 at 8:28 AM

I enjoyed the tour! Netherlands looks so wonderful and the gardens are such a delight. Neat page!
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deecat Apr 27, 2010 at 12:31 PM

Really loved the travelogues, especially the Lisse with flowers and windmill. Enjoyable read about the cruise, Madame Tussards, the bridges, and the architecture. Wonderful photographs.
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nomorewars Dec 25, 2009 at 9:30 AM

The Netherlands is such a wonderful country, loaded with history, culture, delicious food, and a deep respect for the great outdoors.
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pieter_jan_v Nov 29, 2009 at 12:13 AM

small typo at the Scheveningen Pier picture. Van der Walk must be Van der Valk (but that might have been changed also to a new owner). PJ
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LoriPori Oct 5, 2009 at 6:00 PM

Indeed, a trip to Holland would not be complete without going on a Canal Cruise or visiting Amsterdam. I love Holland as it is the country where my hubby was born and still has family there.
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Pinat Sep 19, 2009 at 2:07 AM

Hello guys! I hope to be in the Netherlands in mid-December and now I know that I should make it to Lisse, Rotterdam and Hague. Thanks for the tips, Pinar
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hunterV Sep 14, 2009 at 10:26 AM

I've never been there, but hope to pay a visit some day! I keep my finger crossed! Thanks for your page here, friends!
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Mikebb Sep 10, 2009 at 3:36 PM

Hi Ho & Pang, another fine page with plenty of information, The gardens look beautiful.
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victorwkf Aug 26, 2009 at 8:16 AM

Hi Ho&Pang, another well written travel page! Thanks for sharing & take care.
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Doctor38 Aug 14, 2009 at 1:39 PM

Great page. thanks for the wonderful Hotel tip, This what makes VT a great source of information.