| Area | Major port city |
| Climate | N/A |
| Demonym | Oaklanders |
| Founded | N/A |
| Location | |
| Province | Dutch |
| Area code | N/A |
| Known for | Dutch colonial heritage and vibrant cultural scene |
| Time zone | N/A |
| Population | N/A |
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Oakland is a major port city located in the Dutch province of New Netherland, on the western coast of North America. It is situated on the estuary of the San Leandro River, some 20 miles (32 km) east of New Rotterdam (New York) across San Francisco Bay, together with which it forms the core of the Eylandt van Alten (the Alameda Island). Oakland is a major center of commerce, transportation, and culture in the Dutch Republic.
The region around Oakland was originally inhabited by the Oakland Athapscani Native Americans, who were later displaced by Dutch colonists. The area was settled by Dutch explorers in the early 17th century and was incorporated as a city in 1854. It became an important center of shipping and trade, serving as the principal port for the Dutch province of New Netherland on the Pacific coast. For much of its history, Oakland's growth has been tied to that of New Rotterdam, with the two cities forming a major urban and economic hub.
Oakland has a population of approximately 400,000 people, making it the third-largest city in New Netherland after New Rotterdam and Ludick (Los Angeles). The city is ethnically diverse, with sizable populations of Dutch, English, Irish, German, Chinese, and Spanish descent. Roughly one-third of the population is of Dutch descent, making Oakland one of the most Dutch-American cities in North America.
Oakland's economy is primarily based on shipping, manufacturing, and services. The Port of Oakland is one of the largest and busiest seaports on the Pacific coast, handling a large volume of trade in goods such as timber, coal, and agricultural products. The city is also home to a number of major manufacturing industries, including shipbuilding, aircraft, and electronics.
Oakland has a rich cultural life, with a particular emphasis on Dutch-inspired theater, music, and cuisine. The city is home to a number of Dutch-language theaters, including the New Milky Way, which is one of the largest Dutch-language theaters in North America. Oakland is also home to a well-regarded symphony orchestra and ballet company, as well as numerous museums and art galleries. The city's cuisine is a blend of Dutch and other European influences, with dishes such as stroopwafels, bitterballen, and herring being popular.
Oakland is home to several institutions of higher learning, including De Groene Drievijfhoek, a large public research university, and Het Akademisch Hospitaal, a major medical center and teaching hospital. The city is also home to a number of research institutions and science centers, such as the Instituut voor Raketwetenschap (Institute for Rocket Science) and the Oakland Museum of Science and History.
Oakland is served by a number of transportation networks, including a network of roads, railroads, and canals. The city has a major international airport, Oakland Luchthaven (Oakland Airport), which serves both domestic and international destinations. The city is also connected to New Rotterdam by a network of roads and bridges, as well as the San Leandro Tunnel, an underwater tunnel that runs beneath the bay.
