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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