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Pillarisation: Why the Dutch have big windows

Pillarisation (verzuiling in Dutch) is one of the most distinctive (and fascinating) characteristics of Dutch history and...
Marianne Chagnon -
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Afrikaans and Dutch: the differences and similarities

Afrikaans and Dutch — what is the connection? Are these two languages as similar as they're rumoured...
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The Dutch and their monarchy, a two-sided coin

Ah, the Dutch and their monarchy. Let’s just say they have a bit of a love/hate relationship...
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7 times the Dutch did it first: fun facts from the Netherlands

The Netherlands is such a small country, and yet it has always played an important role in...
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That time the Dutch conquered Britain (ja, we’re serious)

You remember learning about the Glorious Revolution in history class, right? Us neither. Don’t worry; it’s not...
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8 books about the Netherlands you need to read

Grey and rainy days are no exception in the Netherlands, and there's nothing better than curling up...
Ailish Lalor -
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Provinces in the Netherlands: the easy guide

The Netherlands might be a small country, but don’t be fooled! The country is divided into 12...
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The Netherlands explained in under 12 minutes (VIDEO INSIDE)

Ever wondered what the Netherlands is all about? The land, the flag, the dams, the religions (or...
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