For centuries Dutch engineers have been fighting a war against water. Their main enemy is the sea. A large part of the country is below sea level. In fact, Holland is also called the “Netherlands,” which means “low lands. “ Very tall and strong walls, called dykes, have been built...
The good thing is the Dutch themselves are very clear on the name of their country. Just ask them. It is The Netherlands without a shadow of a doubt. They’ll have none of this Holland nonsense thank you very much… Unless… Hup Holland Hup The rules about the countries name go complet...
Dutch officials toasted on Tuesday the opening of what is being called the world's first 3D-printed concrete bridge, which is meant to be used by cyclists. There was applause as officials wearing hard hats and workmen's jackets rode over the bridge on their bikes at the opening ceremony in...
the Netherlands荷兰 Sinterklaas is the Dutch version of Santa Claus who most resembles St. Nicholas, the patron saint of children and inspiration for the modern Santa Claus legend. Sinterklaas comes riding into town on a...
Dutch officials toasted on Tuesday the opening of what is being called the world's first 3D-printed concrete bridge, which is meant to be used by cyclists. There was applause as officials wearing hard hats and workmen's jackets rode over the bridge on their bikes at the opening ceremony in...
The so-called Castello Plan--a map drawn up in 1660--gives us an excellent picture of what New Amsterdam was like at its height, just four years before the English took over and renamed it New York. The truth, as exhibited in the museum of the city of New York, is that the Dutch...
What is the English translation of The Netherlands’ national anthem? William of Nassau am I, of German descent; True to the fatherland I remain until death. Prince of Orange am I, free and fearless. To the King of Spain I have always given honour. ...
1. Visit the Wadden Island of Texel The Dutch West Frisian island of Texel is the most popular Dutch island to visit in The Netherlands. It is also the biggest island that we have. Most of the tourists visit the island during summer, so if you prefer the visit outside the p...
The term Dutch disease was coined by The Economist magazine in 1977. The publication had analyzed a crisis that occurred in The Netherlands after the discovery of vast natural gas deposits in the North Sea in 1959. The newfound wealth and massive exports of oil caused the value of the Dutch ...
根据第一段第一句Dutch officials toasted on Tuesday the opening of what is being called the world’s first 3D-printed concrete bridge, which is meant to be used by cyclists.he第二段第一句The bridge is not very big, but it was rolled out by a printer which makes it unique,可知,它采用了...