
leeuwarden
Leeuwarden (fries. Ljouwert) (Provinzhauptstadt 90.000
Einwohner)
Leeuwarden is the capital city of Holland's Friesland province. The
unique history of Friesland, with its distinct culture and language,
is displayed in Leeuwarden's museums and captured in her agricultural
traditions. The spy Mata Hari was born in Leeuwarden

You will find a city filled with monuments of a stylish past, such as the imposing Oldehove Tower. For nearly five centuries, this leaning tower has managed to hold out. Palaces and other buildings and monuments remind visitors of the days that the aristocratic Nassau family lived in Leeuwarden. This is also the place to learn about Mata Hari, the dancing diva and double agent spy, who grew up in this city. Don't miss the statue of 'Us Mem', the proud mother of the Frisian pedigree cattle. Leeuwarden is also a center for trade and industry, has a varied nightlife and beautiful museums. In short, youre sure to like Leeuwarden


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