With a reputation as a working city, travellers tend to look past Rotterdam in favour of Amsterdam. But a dynamic nightlife, daring architecture and accessible attractions are helping steer the city to new heights and no one is more proud than the friendly locals.
NETHERLANDS
Capital City: Amsterdam; The Hague (seat of government) Population: 16.5M Currency: Euro Language(s): Dutch, Frisian (both official) Religion(s): Roman Catholic 31%, Dutch Reformed 13%, none 41%Dialling code: +31