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Why did Holland build polders?
Holland built polders to reclaim land from the sea and create more arable land for agriculture, reduce the risk of flooding, and allow for urban development in low-lying areas. Polders also helped manage water levels and served as a defense mechanism against rising sea levels.
What are some reasons to create polders?
Many of these Dutch Polders where created to increase the safety of the people living near the lakes
Im singing tiptoe Through the Tulips and visiting a polder in what country?
The song "Tiptoe Through the Tulips" was originally sung by Tiny Tim and the Netherlands is known for its beautiful tulip fields and polders. So, you are most likely visiting a polder in the Netherlands while singing the song. Enjoy your trip!
Which counrty has polders reclaimed from the sea?
There are over a dozen countries that have polders, but Holland (also known as the Netherlands) has the most and is the country most famous for them. Because so much of the land lies below sea level, it is necessary to build dikes or embankments to hold back the ocean water and prevent flooding. The Dutch first started building polders about a thousand years ago and there are now about 3,000 in their country. Polders are low lying tracts of land usually protected by embankments or dikes. Comes from a Dutch word 'poire' Land claimed from water covered sources, lakes and seas.
What has the author Paul Wagret written?
Paul Wagret has written: 'Polders' -- subject(s): Polders, Reclamation of land 'Les polders' -- subject(s): Polders, Reclamation of land 'French and Italian Riviera' -- subject(s): Guidebooks
Why are polders important to people in the Netherlands?
Because they rely on dikes for their local crops and marshlands
Which landform is most affected by creation of polders?
Polders affect low-lying coastal areas by converting them into reclaimed land used for agriculture or settlement. These areas are typically vulnerable to flooding, making polders an effective way to reclaim land for human use.
What and where are polders?
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Polders are in which landform?
Polders are generally associated with The Netherlands (Holland). They are low-lying tracts of land enclosed by embankments (barriers) known as dikes that form artificial hydrological entities.
What European country are polders most commonly found in?
Netherlands are the only country in Europe with Polders.
What are the ratings and certificates for De polders - 1950?
De polders - 1950 is rated/received certificates of: Belgium:KT
How do the Dutch use polders?
They first build dikes around some immersed land, then pump the water out of it (formerly using windmills), then use it for growing crops.
