Franeker

The city of Franeker (Frisian: Frentsjer) is one of the eleven cities of Friesland. It is located about 10 km west of Leeuwarden on the Van Harinxma Canal, in the municipality of Franekeradeel.

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Frisian - Friesland - Leeuwarden - Van Harinxma Canal - Franekeradeel

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Franeker received city rights in 1374. The city is most famous for the orrery, built by Eise Eisinga in his own living room.

Related Topics:
City rights - 1374 - Orrery - Eise Eisinga

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