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Netherlands — silhouette, capital and facts
The Netherlands is in Europe and its capital is Amsterdam. With about 17 million people and 41,850 km², it ranks 131st in area and 68th in population among the 195 countries in GeoSilhueta.
Silhouette of the Netherlands, scaled to the same size as every other country in the game.
Quick facts
- Capital
- Amsterdam
- Continent
- Europe
- Population
- about 17 million
- Area
- 41,850 km²
- Language
- Dutch
- Currency
- Euro
- Flag colors
- red, white, blue
Borders
The Netherlands shares a land border with 2 countries: Germany, Belgium.
Fun facts about the Netherlands
- About a quarter of the country lies below sea level, protected by dikes and polders.
- Amsterdam has over 100 km of canals, and its 17th-century canal ring is a World Heritage Site.
- Tulips, which came from the Ottoman Empire, sparked tulip mania in the 17th century and now fill the fields of Keukenhof.
Frequently asked questions
What is the capital of the Netherlands?
The capital of the Netherlands is Amsterdam.
Which continent is the Netherlands in?
The Netherlands is in Europe.
Which countries border the Netherlands?
The Netherlands shares a land border with 2 countries: Germany, Belgium.
How can I learn to recognize the silhouette of the Netherlands?
In GeoSilhueta you see only a country's outline and guess which one it is. The Netherlands is one of the 195 countries in the game, which is free and runs in your browser with no signup.
What are some fun facts about the Netherlands?
About a quarter of the country lies below sea level, protected by dikes and polders. Amsterdam has over 100 km of canals, and its 17th-century canal ring is a World Heritage Site. Tulips, which came from the Ottoman Empire, sparked tulip mania in the 17th century and now fill the fields of Keukenhof.
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