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The Netherlands is situated in Western Europe bordering Belgium and Germany. The Netherlands has a historical and traditional heritage including windmills, clogs (wooden shoes), tulips and their extensive use of bicycles. The windmills date back to the 17th century and during this time, were used for converting lakes and polder ditches into fertile land.

Today there are still more than 1000 windmills. The official language of the Netherlands is Dutch which resembles German in spelling; however, English is widely spoken making it a popular tourist destination. Dutch food is typically hearty rather than elegant and you will find that most restaurants offer international food. Amsterdam the capital is famous for its alternative night-life and street entertainment.

The Dutch amazing architecture features widely in New York USA.