Flag Description
Three equal horizontal bands of red (top), white, and blue; similar to the flag of luxembourg, which uses a lighter blue and is longer; one of the oldest flags in constant use, originating with william i, prince of orange, in the latter half of the 16th century.Currency
The Euro. (€) This image represents a 5 euro banknote. Euro coins have one common side and one national side. They can be used anywhere within the euro area, regardless of the country of issue. There are coins in denominations of €2, €1, 50 cent, 20 cent, 10 cent, 5 cent, 2 cent and 1 cent. The value of one U.S. dollar is equivalent to 0.65 euros. Astronomy
Today's date is May 9, 2008. There is currently a New Moon. Location
Western europe, bordering the north sea, between belgium and germany. Climate
Temperate; marine; cool summers and mild winters. Terrain
Mostly coastal lowland and reclaimed land (polders); some hills in southeast. Elevation Extremes
The lowest point is at Zuidplaspolder -7 m. The highest point is at Vaalserberg 322 m. |
