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Scheveningen International Fireworks Festival (Vuurwerkfestival)
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When:
Was celebrated in 2009 Aug 20-22. (August 2010 TBC)
Where: Van der Valk Pier, Scheveningen, Netherlands
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Every year, on the third week of August, a fireworks festival takes place in Scheveningen - a little beach town near Den Haag. The event is held on the beach at Van der Valk Pier. Fireworks producers from several countries participate in a contest exhibition - Scheveningen Fireworks Trophy. Through the three days of the noisy colorful festival, thousands of spectators locals and tourist (it is recommended to make a room reservation in advance) gather to watch the beauty that light up the sky in a ceaseless noise. Two shows are held every evening. On the third one the organizers announce who is the winning producer.
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IMPORTANT:
Please note that the details of the event are subject to change.
We strongly recommended that you check with the organizers
before making any travel arrangements.
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Event related information:
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background and overview:
The Dutch United Provinces declared their independence from Spain in 1579; during the 17th century, they became a leading seafaring and commercial power, with settlements and colonies around the world. After a 20-year French occupation, a Kingdom of the Netherlands was formed in 1815. In 1830 Belgium seceded and formed a separate kingdom. The Netherlands remained neutral in World War I, but suffered invasion and occupation by Germany in World War II. A modern, industrialized nation, the Netherlands is also a large exporter of agricultural products. The country was a founding member of NATO and the EEC (now the EU), and participated in the introduction of the euro in 1999.
[Courtesy of The World Factbook]
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 Location: Western Europe, bordering the North Sea, between Belgium and Germany. |
Languages:
Dutch (official), Frisian (official) |
Climate:
Temperate; marine; cool summers and mild winters. |
Capital:
Amsterdam |
Time Zone:
UTC+1 (Summer UTC+2) |
Currency (code):
Euro (EUR) |
Call Code:
+31 |
Electric Power:
230V 50Hz |
Tourist office:
Toerisme Recreatie Nederland P.O. Box 458 2260 MG Leidschendam Tel.: (+31) (0) 70 370 5705 Fax: (+31) (0) 70 370 5368 |
Tourist website:
Click Here |
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