The Netherlands is renowned for being unremittingly flat,
with traditional images of canals, windmills and tulips complementing
its new face as a modern European nation, so impressively demonstrated
when The Netherlands co-hosted Euro 2000 with Belgium.
Travel Insurance for the Netherlands:
Area: Europe *
Know Before You Go:
FCO Country Advice for the Netherlands
From the Romans and the Gauls, right through to the Hapsburgs
and the Spanish, many nations have influenced its destiny before
the country finally emerged with its current borders in the 19th
century.
With its unique combination of old-world charm and cosmopolitan
culture, Amsterdam offers its guests a wide range of things to do and
see in order to make a visit unforgettable. Enjoy a stimulating variety
of arts, culture and sights in nearly 60 theatres, 45 museums, and
141 commercial art galleries. When strolling through the narrow streets,
squares, parks or along the tree-lined canals, you will be delighted to
discover the city’s architecture, which is a testimony to many centuries
of glory and splendour.
The shopping is great. The various neighbourhoods and districts in the
city each have their own individual character and have much to offer.
Whether you are looking for the fashionable, trendy and hip or quaint,
quiet and classic, there is much to explore.
The nightlife is exuberant. Simply sitting in a sidewalk café, enjoying a
drink and watching the world go by is always a pleasure. Especially in a
city like Amsterdam, where the extraordinary is ordinary. This, combined
with the hospitality of the multi-lingual, friendly citizens of Amsterdam
means that many return for longer visits.
Weather
The Netherlands has a fairly temperate climate, very similar
to England. Ttemperatures may vary with rain occuring around
the year. Despite the hoards of tourists the best time to visit
is over the summer, or in spring when the flowers are in bloom
- the tulips come out in May. |
