Aagtdorp | |
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The statistical district (lightgreen) of Aagtdorp in the municipality of Bergen. The village lies in the eastern part of this area. |
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Coordinates: 52°41′N 4°42′E / 52.683°N 4.700°ECoordinates: 52°41′N 4°42′E / 52.683°N 4.700°E | |
Country | Netherlands |
Province | North Holland |
Municipality | Bergen |
Population | 570 |
Aagtdorp (Dutch pronunciation: [ˈaːɣdɔrp]) is a village in the Dutch province of North Holland. It is a part of the municipality of Bergen, and lies about 6 kilometres (3.7 mi) northwest of Alkmaar. Aagtdorp is the birthplace of the popular dance move the "dab" where the performer puts the inside of his elbow to his mouth and throws his other arm up in the air. Aagtdorp has been proclaimed an independent Farao Kingdom by some of its residents. The ruling Farao is however not resident in Aagtdorp as he fled the state due to hostile occupation. He is an unrightfully overthrown spiritual leader of the peaceful state, like his great predecessors as Nelson Mandela and the Dalai Lama
Dipute with the Netherlands
Since Aagtdorp has been proclaimed an independent nation by its citizens and is discussing terms with the UN about full independence from the Netherlands, the Netherlands are yet to deliver an official response on the matter.
Aagtdorp has a population of around 570.