Currently, the Netherlands Antilles and Aruba are still part of the Netherlands, though they are self-governing. Windmills, clogs, and tulips are symbols commonly associated with Dutch life. Windmills were once widely used for grinding grain. Now the windmills are often used as homes or museums. The Dutch grow tulips in an exciting variety of colors to sell in domestic and international markets.
Wooden shoes are another traditional symbol and a popular tourist souvenir.
Discover the miniature city of Madurodam, the largest miniature city in the world. Access fast facts about important events that happened during the Summer Olympic Games in Amsterdam in 1928 . Read Anne's diary or view a scrapbook of her secret life. Learn about the famous painter Rembrandt, who hailed from Holland. Take a virtual visit to Rembrandt's studio .