Dutch tree-hugging princess
Did you know that when Princess Irene of the Netherlands published her book 'Dialogue with Nature' in 1995, she was misunderstood by Dutch media...
Queen’s Day 2011
Today Queen's Day is celebrated in the Netherlands. From Amsterdam to even the smallest village, the entire country and its population colors orange. Thousands...
King Willem III a.k.a. King Gorilla
Did you know that King Willem III of the Netherlands (1817-1890) was dubbed King Gorilla because of his short-tempered and malicious personality?Spouses Sophie of Württemberg...
Asparagus for Queen Beatrix’ farewell dinner
Did you know that Dutch asparagus are part of the menu of the farewell dinner that Queen Beatrix is hosting at Amsterdam's Rijksmuseum tonight?
Willem-Alexander: the first Dutch king in 123 years
Did you know that Willem-Alexander is the first Dutch king in 123 years?Since 1890 Emma, Wilhelmina, Juliana and Beatrix have been Queens of the...
Willem-Alexander & Máxima 10-year anniversary
Did you know that prince Willem-Alexander and princess Máxima are celebrating their 10th wedding anniversary today?In the past decade the couple has been blesssed...
4 May: Remembrance Day
Did you know that today is Remembrance Day in the Netherlands?Each year on 4 May we remember all civilians and members of the armed...
Queen Wilhelmina’s critical illness
Did you know that in the early 20th century the Netherlands nearly became part of Germany? In 1902 queen Wilhelmina became critically ill with...
Wilhelmina: the youngest queen of the Netherlands
Did you know that Queen Wilhelmina (1880-1962) was the youngest (18 years) and longest reigning queen (57 years) of the Netherlands?
Prinsjesdag & the King’s Speech
Did you know that every year on the third Tuesday of September is Prinsjesdag (Budget Day) in the Netherlands?This is an important ceremonial day...