National flag of Netherlands

Flag of Netherlands
The official name of Netherlands (NLD) is Kingdom of the Netherlands and consists of Red, white and blue flag colors. The capital city of Netherlands is Amsterdam. Netherlands has the total estimated population as of 2021 is 16,881,000 or 16.9 M based on 12 states, 15 cities. The independence day is celebrated on July 26, 1581 and the founder of Netherlands is William the Silent.

16,881,000
(16.9 M)

Population

41,850.0 km2
(16,158.3687 sqm)

Area

Europe

Continent

Timezones

About Netherlands Flag

Netherlands flag
Netherlands Flag Colors   Red
  Blue
  White
Meaning of Netherlands flag colors

Red ((bright vermilion)): It was initially chosen to be orange but the color kept getting worn off in sunlight’s exposure so it was changed to red in the mid-17th century.
White: color shows independence and peace
Cobalt Blue: Shows the signs of unity with Europe
Netherlands Flag Proportion Ratio 2:3
Netherlands Flag Proportion in Decimal 1.5
Official Netherlands's Flag Adoption Date February 19, 1937 (87 years, 6 months ago)

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Facts About Netherlands

Country Name Netherlands
Official Name Kingdom of the Netherlands
Capital of Netherlands Amsterdam
The Hague
Demonym Dutch
Dialing Code 31
Country Code NL/NLD
Currencies Euro (€)
TLDs .nl
Area 41,850.0 km2
16,158.3687 sq mi
Coordinates 52.5, 5.75
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Religions in Netherlands Christian 39%, Muslim (Sunni and Shia) 5%, Irreligion 51%, Other religions 5%
Major Languages Dutch (nl)
Netherlands in Hindi नीदरलैंड
Netherlands in Arabic هولندا
Netherlands in French Pays-Bas
Netherlands in Italian Paesi Bassi, Olanda
Netherlands in Spanish Países Bajos, Holanda
Netherlands in Japanese オランダ
Independence Day of Netherlands July 26, 1581
Founding Father of Netherlands William The Silent
National Anthem (Lyricist) Philips van Marnix van Sint Aldegonde
National Anthem (Composer) Adriaen Valerius
National Animal of Netherlands Asiatic Lion
National Flower of Netherlands Tulip
National Bird of Netherlands Black-Tailed Godwit
National Dish / Food of Netherlands Stamppot
National Motto of Netherlands Je Maintiendrai; Ik Zal Handhaven (I Will Maintain)
National Sport of Netherlands Football (Soccer)
National Libraries of Netherlands National Library Of The Netherlands The Hague
National Library of Netherlands is in Oranjestad
National Airline of Netherlands Klm Royal Dutch Airlines
National Airline IATA code of Netherlands KL
Number of Universities in Netherlands 129 (One Hundred Twenty Nine)
Number of Provinces/States 12 (Twelve)
Cities in Netherlands 15 (Fifteen)
Number of Airports 107 (One Hundred Seven)
Wiki http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/netherlands
Source: Government of the Netherlands and other.
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Provinces/States (12)

Cities (15)

Airports (107)
Neighboring Countries of Netherlands

Belgium

Germany