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Approximately one-third of the Netherlands, often referred to as Holland, is below sea level. This low-lying area is protected by an extensive system of dikes, dams, and water management infrastructure designed to prevent flooding. The country has a long history of land reclamation and water management due to its geographical position.
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Why is Holland susceptible to flooding?
Holland (a nickname usually given to the Netherlands) is close to sea level. In fact, a significant part of it is BELOW sea level.
What European country 50 is under water?
Most of Holland is below sea level if that is what you mean.
What is the sea sournding holland?
The North Sea.
Why do they have dykes in Holland?
Because Holland is lower than the sea level, we have dykes to keep Holland from flooding. Though it is said that the sea level is going to be more high in 15 years or something. Eventually, Holland will flood.
What fraction of holland is under the sea?
None, unless you consider territorial waters. The area below mean sea level is a different matter but that is not what the question asked.
What is the highest mt in Netherlands?
There are no mountains in Holland - much of its land ls below sea-level.
The main river or sea of Holland?
The North Sea divides England fromd Holland. The Ijsselmeer a lake in Holland The Maas and The Waal are the main rivers
What sea sits near the country of holland?
The North Sea
What is the coast of Holland?
North Sea
What is the name given to the long walls found in Holland which keeps back the sea?
Holland uses dikes to hold back the sea.
Water between Britain and holland?
Yes. There is water between Britain and Holland. It's called the North Sea.
What is a special feature in the country Holland?
Holland ( the Netherlands) as the name implies is below sea level
