Why is the Netherlands also called the country of windmills?

The Netherlands is located in western Europe, with westerly winds blowing from the Atlantic all year round. The Netherlands has a limited land area but rich products. Since ancient times, the Dutch have chosen to build wind facilities for food processing (such as windmills to grind flour). Today's Dutch tourism industry is very developed with flowers. Windmills no longer play their original role in food processing. However, in the wilderness, windmills are dotted above the flowers, adding a touch of style to the Dutch scenery.

Therefore, the Netherlands is full of windmills, and they are all well protected