Friesland, now one of northern Provinces of the Netherlands, was self-governing for much of its history. It became part of the Netherlands subsequent to French occupation by Napoleon but has maintained the Frisian culture and language which is still taught in schools. The two small cities of Sneek & Leeuwarden are well worth a visit. From Sneek there is a Friesian lake district driving tour which takes the visitor through many small towns in the countryside such as Exmorra and port towns such as Makkum located on the Ijsselmer. |
