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The Geography of Netherlands makes it one of the most unusual countries on earth. The scenic beauty, diverse culture and abundant tourist attractions have made the charming landscape of the Netherlands an ideal tourists' paradise. Before getting to the country, travelers should properly know about the Geography of Netherlands to enjoy their stay.

The Kingdom of the Netherlands was formed in 1815 and in 1830 Belgium seceded and formed a separate kingdom. The country was a founding member of NATO and the EEC (now the EU), and participated in the introduction of the Euro in 1999.


Location

The Netherlands is located on the coast of the North Sea.

Area

The country covers an area of 41,526 square kilometers.

Netherlands Landscape

The country of the Netherlands is dominated by water features. The country is criss-crossed with numerous canals and dikes. Much of the country is flat and at or below sea level.

The country can be divided into 2 areas:

The low and flat lands in the west and north- These lands, including the cultivated polders and river deltas, make up about half of its surface area and are less than 1 meter above the sea level and much of it is actually below sea level. Numerous seawalls and coastal dunes protect the Netherlands from the sea.

The higher lands with minor hills in the east and south- This region is mostly flat. There are some foothills of the Ardennes mountains only in the extreme south of the country. Vaalserberg, country's highest point at 322.7 meters above sea level, is located here.

Climate of Netherlands

The Netherlands experiences mild and maritime climate.

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