National flag of Netherlands

Flag of Netherlands
The official name of Netherlands (NLD) is Kingdom of the Netherlands and consists of Red, white and blue flag colors. The capital city of Netherlands is Amsterdam. Netherlands has the total estimated population as of 2021 is 16,881,000 or 16.9 M based on 12 states, 15 cities. The independence day is celebrated on July 26, 1581 and the founder of Netherlands is William the Silent.

16,881,000
(16.9 M)

Population

41,850.0 km2
(16,158.3687 sqm)

Area

Europe

Continent

Timezones

About Netherlands Flag

Netherlands flag
Netherlands Flag Colors   Red
  Blue
  White
Meaning of Netherlands flag colors

Red ((bright vermilion)): It was initially chosen to be orange but the color kept getting worn off in sunlight’s exposure so it was changed to red in the mid-17th century.
White: color shows independence and peace
Cobalt Blue: Shows the signs of unity with Europe


Netherlands Flag Proportion Ratio 2:3
Netherlands Flag Proportion in Decimal 1.5
Official Netherlands's Flag Adoption Date February 19, 1937 (87 years, 1 month ago)

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Neighboring Countries of Netherlands

Belgium

Germany