Floating Houses in Amsterdam
Homes on water due to city’s canal system
Tulip Mania Origins
Dutch obsession once caused financial market crash
World's First Stock Exchange
Amsterdam Exchange revolutionized global trade finance
Underground Bicycle Parking
Massive bike storage beneath city streets
Giethoorn: No Roads
Village with canals, no cars, just boats
Artificial Islands in Ijsselmeer
Man-made islands created for nature preservation
Dutch Mastery of Water
Land reclaimed from sea using advanced technology
Tallest People in the World
Average Dutch height highest globally
Most Museums Per Square Mile
Amsterdam boasts highest museum density worldwide
More Bikes than People
Cycling culture dominates over car ownership
Cheese Market Traditions
Centuries-old cheese trading still thrives today
No Curtains in Homes
Open windows symbolize transparency and trust
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