Plön commented by Braun “The Greater Lake, which borders the town and the castle to the south, is two miles long and one mile wide; it is full of fish... More info
Algiers commented by Braun “The inhabitants of Algiers go on raids, cruising the ocean with scores of galleys, and have laid waste to the islands of Majorca, Minorca and Formentera... More info
Schleswig commented by Braun “Long ago Schleswig was the capital of the whole territory of Cimbria, a big city and wealthy because of its important commercial activities, but now it... More info
Muiderslot In the 16th century P.C. Hooft (1581-1647), an author, poet and historian took over sheriff and bailiff duties for the area (Het Gooiland) became the owner of the castle.... More info
...atlas, van de voornaamste gebouwen en gezigten der stad Amsterdam, met derzelver beknopte beschryvingen, second edition. This is a marvellous town-atlas, the greatest work describing 18th century Amsterdam with its... More info
Mexico Willem Blaeu’s beautiful map of Mexico is based on Hondius’ map of 1606, which itself derives from Ortelius’ 1579 map. Mexico City is situated on a large lake. The... More info
...of Lucca, once a Roman colony, shown in its midst. Taschen on Lucca: Looking almost due north, this view of Lucca is depicted from a vantage point directly above the... More info