The following command will set your culture to 'Dutch.'
The following command will change the culture of the specified county to 'Dutch.'
Name | Dutch |
Culture ID | dutch |
Heritage | Central Germanic |
Ethos | Bureaucratic |
Language | Dutch |
Architecture | Continental European |
Fashion | Holy Roman Imperial |
Coat of Arms | Frisian |
Military Equipment | Continental European |
The Dutch culture is one of the richest and most distinctive cultures in Europe. Known for their love of freedom and independent thinking, the Dutch have a long history of innovation and exploration. This is reflected in their liberal social policies, world-class education system, and cutting-edge design and architecture.
One of the defining characteristics of Dutch culture is their egalitarianism. Everyone is seen as equal, and there is a strong focus on fairness and social welfare. This is evident in their progressive policies on issues like gay rights, euthanasia, and drug use.
The Dutch also have a deep appreciation for the arts. They boast a rich artistic tradition dating back to the Dutch Golden Age, with masters like Vermeer, Rembrandt, and Van Gogh. Their love of the arts extends to music, theater and literature.
At the same time, the Dutch are renowned for their pragmatism and industriousness. Known for the saying "Act Normal", they value modesty and a strong work ethic. Their landscape is a testament to this, having successfully transformed low-lying marshes into fertile lands with extensive infrastructure.
Food is another area where Dutch culture shines. Traditionally, Dutch cuisine is simple and hearty, with a focus on dairy, vegetables, fish, and meat. Famous Dutch foods include Gouda cheese, herring, and the iconic Stroopwafel.
All in all, Dutch culture is a vibrant amalgamation of strong social values, creative expression, and practical pragmatism.
No culture lasts longer than its oldest record, and this culture believes in accounting so meticulous as to guarantee immortality.
Each culture will have an ethos, which represents the core values, principles and attitude towards life that the culture has. It also determines which court types are available for kingdoms and empires.
Each culture will have several traditions, which represent the main customs of a culture and can grant various effects. A culture can have up to five traditions in the tribal era, with every additional era reached granting an additional slot for Traditions.