IN SEARCH OF DUTCH HARMONY (continued, part 3) I got out of Amsterdam, just two days later. This city is not for me. I was sick of the ubiquitous smell of hemp, and the number of cyclists terrify. Netherlands the second country in the world after China by number of cyclists. I think, an indisputable advantage of China is uniquely connected with millions of its population. Dutch cyclists usually ride through the streets, crossing the street mazes, bike paths, sidewalks and canals (with no railing and any fences!), They represent a danger to pedestrians. I'm surprised that there were no serious accidents, and I stayed alive after a meeting with these two-wheeled monsters. The balance of leisure I spent in The Hague. Here, more calmly, are available fresh air, women (mostly) have a full set of outer clothing, and several North Sea. Oh yes, and my room was chock full of friendly girls who do not get up at three o'clock in the morning to smoke a joint. Hooray! Channel in the Hague The Hague is the political capital of the Netherlands, there are many embassies and government buildings. In this country still monarchy, and Queen Beatrix also lives in The Hague. And here is the International Court of Justice, and in this beautiful city sent all war criminals. The picturesque fountain in the Hague, I spent only half of the day, but during this time I managed to visit the museum Meermanno (which is an amazing exhibition on the history of Pippi Longstocking), walk three miles to the beach at Scheveningen (where I found the shower), explore the city and stumble upon an excellent exhibition of photographs of endangered animals in Europe and the beauties of nature, carried out in the open. Local palace If I want if I make another trip to the Netherlands? Yes, without a doubt. The Dutch are very friendly people (despite their aggressive style led bicycles), they speak equally well in two languages ??and are very tolerant. The country is situated on flat terrain (one-third of the country is actually below sea level), so that next time I get myself together, rent a bike and explore further this country. On hearing the Dutch language sounds like just a bunch of ... As if I were heavily drunk, and I am having trouble understanding speech. Their choice of street food simply appalling (raw herring, seasoned with raw onions and pickles? "No thanks, I pass ...) But I seem to be willing to put up with it. I have come around in Amsterdam and will do it in early spring to admire the tulips. And be sure to buy a pair of clogs (traditional Dutch wooden shoes, ca. TRANSFER). Start material:
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