Middelburg, Zeeland

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Middelburg, Zeeland

Name

Middelburg, Zeeland

Nomenclature and Geography

Category: Obec / Město

Summary

Middelburg is the capital city of the Dutch province of Zeeland, situated on the central peninsula of Walcheren. It was a major center for the Dutch East India Company and played a key role in the Scientific Revolution. The city received its municipal rights in the early 13th century.

Statistics

Area

53.05 km²

Population

49,956

Location