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The Netherlands, a country in Northwestern Europe, is famously flat, with about a quarter of its land below sea level, protected by an extensive system of dikes and windmills. It has a population of over 17 million. The capital is Amsterdam, known for its canals and artistic heritage, while the government is seated in The Hague. Historically, the Netherlands was a major maritime and economic power in the 17th-century “Golden Age.”

A founding member of the EU and NATO, it is a constitutional monarchy known for its tolerant and liberal society. The modern Dutch economy is highly developed and export-oriented, with key sectors including agriculture, chemicals, and logistics through the port of Rotterdam.

The Netherlands is a country in the region Sandalsand has defined as North and Central Europe. There are introductions to this region and other regions in the Destinations menu.