Netherlands otherwise called Holland is Western Europian nation with coastline toward the North Sea and shares land borders with Germany and Belgium. The most imperative urban areas in the Netherlands are Amsterdam (Country Capital), The Hague and Rotterdam. Netherlands signifies “Low Countries” since quite a bit of its territory is below ocean level. Netherland is the principal non-local English talking nation to offer courses educated in English to universal students. Presently all courses offered to global students are taught in English and Dutch.
When you study in Holland, you will understand why it is one of the most liberal country in the world. Dutch are one of the most tolerant people you will meet. Another difference is the Canals and Cycles. Cycling is favourite mode of transportation in Holland. The Hague is the hub to many international organisations and bureaucratically important city of Holland.
Sports is something very close to the people in Holland, and football is the most favourite. Other than that, field hockey and volleyball are most played sports. Two thirds of the population between 15 and 75 are active in sports, and you can join them while you are there to study in Holland.
Geography
Netherlands literally means “Lower Lands”. The lower region on the western coast was formerly known as Holland. Holland is a very low, flat country. 26% of the land and 21% of the population of Holland lies below the sea level. Only 50% of Holland exceeds the land height of 1 metre above the sea level. The country is full of Canals and has three main rivers: Rhine, Meuse and Scheldt. The South-western part of Netherlands is made up of the Delta made by these three rivers.
August is the hottest month and January, the coldest of the year. The coastal regions of Holland do not feel much difference in the temperatures of day and night. The summers are moderate and winters are cool.
Travelling
Apart from historically and aesthetically rich Amsterdam and other metropolitans we have mentioned above, there are many places to explore when you study in Holland. From modern engineering wonders like Delta Project to Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, Hoge Veluwe National Park and Keukenhof Garden, which is world’s largest flower garden. With these places across the country, study in Holland is never dull.
Religion
Dutch are one of the least religious people in the world. About 50.1% of people follow no religion. 23.7% of the people are Catholics, 15.5% Protestants, 4.9% Muslims and 4.6 are other Christians. Remaining 1.1% are made of Sikh, Buddhist, Hindu and Jews. Christianity was one of the dominant religions till 20th Century in Holland, but there is a decline to religious adherence since then.
Economy
After US, Holland is the largest exporter of food and agricultural. It is one of the developed countries. The economy of Holland impacts European economy in many ways. It is the 17th largest economy in the world. Amsterdam Stock Exchange is one of the world’s oldest stock exchange. Moreover, the Port of Rotterdam is the biggest port in Europe, and the largest port outside Asia. Holland found large resources of Natural Gas in 1950s, and 25% of Europe’s Natural Gas reserves are in Holland.