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Dutch Culture
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Opposite of what you might expect,
Amsterdam is one of the safest and cleanest cities in Europe.
The city’s population is composed primarily of Dutch inhabitants.
However, Amsterdam also provides refuge to many foreigners seeking
to experience the unique Dutch culture, if only for a little
while. The city’s crime rate is almost non-existent. Further,
Dutch are instinctively clean people, perhaps stemming from
the close living quarters that demand such sanitation. |
It’s not unusual to see shopkeepers or housewives scrubbing
the pavement in front of their stores or homes respectively.
The Dutch are very well educated. Most of the population speaks
French and English, in additional to their native Dutch language,
making Amsterdam a popular tourist destination. Despite Amsterdam’s
liberal laws regarding drug use, the Dutch are hard working and dependable
people who leave little time for daydreaming. A Dutchman will almost
never be late for an appointment. Amsterdam’s live and let live
attitude is arguable it’s best know cultural trait. Other Dutch
traits are honesty and respectfulness. The Dutch look on the bright
side of any given situation.
Amsterdam’s unique geography, built upon reclaimed swamplands,
marine climate, and dreamy atmosphere has intrigued artists for
centuries. It’s no surprise that some of the greatest artists
in history once called Amsterdam home.
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