The Netherlands is the perfect example of a country with a long history of places that inspire a fierce sense of pride.
When I first arrived here, I stood at an intersection in Amsterdam and watched the city flow in front of me and had an epiphany. I saw how everyone–including pedestrians, cyclists, and car drivers–knew what to do and how to respectfully interact with each other, even without stoplights or traffic signs. And even though the compact streets were busy, there were no honking horns or road rage to be found.
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