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Province of the Netherlands
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North Holland (Dutch: Noord-Holland) is the most visited province in the Netherlands and includes Amsterdam, the capital of the country, as well as traditional and historic Dutch villages.
The capital Amsterdam, known for its canals, architecture and liberal culture, and the surrounding urban sprawl.
An affluent area known as the Garden of Amsterdam with plenty of opportunities for cycling.
Dunes, beaches and national parks, as well as some historic towns.
A large part of the peninsula with a distinct culture and dialect known as "West Fries". It is a historic area known for its VOC history.
The largest of the West Frisian Islands, a popular seaside resort in the summer.
The Holland of the postcards with traditional Dutch houses, polders, clogs and windmills.
By train
Amsterdam (and Schiphol Airport) can be reached from many international destinations using the NS HiSpeed international train service.
By car
North Holland is an important region and is approachable from all surrounding provinces. Generally just follow the signs for Amsterdam and you'll easily find your way.
There is an excellent public transport network throughout the Netherlands and particularly in the highly populated province of North-Holland.
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capital of North Holland with plenty of tourists visiting its ancient city center, shops and numerous museums
historic town, well known for its cheese market
the place-to-be for tourists for its architecture, canals, museums, weed, red light district and nightlife
calm beach resort, artist village, impressive dunes and natural scenery
mostly visited for its seaside resorts, beaches and the ferry to Texel
historic town with a rich history and the Zuiderzee Museum
starting point for cycling tours around architectural marvels, forests and the heath
historic town from the Dutch Golden Age
probably one of the oldest industrial areas in the world, which makes for an unusual day-trip
a former island, more authentic than Volendam and well known for its characteristic wooden houses
the international airport of Amsterdam, one of Europe's busiest airport cities
the largest of the West Frisian Islands, suited for cycling, walking, swimming and horse riding
display of Dutch windmills and open-air museum
forests, beaches and dunes to hike or cycle around in
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