Netherlands Guide: Culture

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  King’s Day in Holland

  The King isn’t the only one celebrating!

  King’s Day, or Koningsdag in Dutch (don’t get tongue tied trying to pronounce it), is the formal birthday of the Dutch King Willem-Alexander. It is a cultural event and by far the most colourful festival of the year.

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  What to do as a family in Utrecht

  Family friendly tours, museums and sights

  Up until the beginning of the 17th century Utrecht was the main cultural, religious and economic hub of the Netherlands. As such, it is rich in diverse history, but remains thriving in the modern day.

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  LGBTI friendly places and events

  Bars and clubs in Amsterdam

  For LGBTI travellers and expats, Amsterdam is one of the most attractive cities in Europe. The open promotion of gay and lesbian rights and the tolerant attitude of the residents is one of the main reasons the city attracts so many LGBTI visitors every year. 'Live and let live' is an important saying in this city.

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