Dutch destinations: hanging out in the Frisian city of Harlingen

Today the Frisian port of Harlingen is perhaps best known as the gateway to the Wadden Sea islands of Terschelling and Vlieland. Yet it was given city rights in 1234, making it older than Amsterdam, and to this day remains a working port. As one of the 11 cities of Friesland, Harlingen makes a great place for a quick escape or a good base to spend longer exploring the locality. What to do: Take a walk around the the city...