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Dutch entry wins National Geographic contest
Did you know that 11-year old Dewi from the Netherlands has captured the grand prize of the National Geographic International Photography Contest for Kids...
Flowers from the Netherlands
Did you know that about 80% of all flower bulbs traded worldwide come from the Netherlands?
The first person to ride a bicycle in Bali
Did you know that the first person to ride a bicycle in Bali was Dutch artist W.O.J. Nieuwenkamp? Around 1900 he traveled around the...
Houten: the best Bicycle City of 2018
Did you know that today Houten was choosen as the best Bicycle City ('Fietsstad' in Dutch) in the Netherlands?
The election for best Bicycle City...
17th century tulip mania
Did you know that a tulip mania took place in the Netherlands in the 17th century? Some species of tulips costed more than a...
Horticulture in The Netherlands
Did you know that 24% of the world trade in horticultural products is in Dutch hands? About half of all Dutch horticulture is located...