The Hague

The Hague is the third largest city in the Netherlands. This is the political centre of the country which is why it's often viewed as the capital. Even Queen Beatrix lives and works in the city...

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The Hague is the third largest city in the Netherlands. This is the political centre of the country which is why it's often viewed as the capital. Even Queen Beatrix lives and works in the city and the embassies are situated here. However, in the country's constitution Amsterdam is the chosen capital.
To The Hague you travel to enjoy history and to visit its many museums. The gay scene doesn't measure up to the one in Amsterdam.