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Completed her Master's degree at the University of Groningen and worked as a translator before joining IamExpat. She loves to read and has a particular interest in Greek mythology. In addition to this, she is an avid rower.Read more

[Video] Why do Dutch cities get renamed for 3 days a year?

Mar 7, 2020

You might be wondering why Dutch cities get renamed for a few days each year – signs get replaced and everything during Carnival celebrations. Well, take a look at this video and find out all about this cultural tradition!

What is your city / town called during the Carnival period? Let us know in the comments!

By Mina Solanki