Färentuna hundred, Historical hundred in Stockholm County, Sweden
Färentuna hundred is a historic administrative division in Stockholm County covering fertile valleys and glacial ridges dotted with numerous lakes. The landscape shapes the terrain through its waterways and varied topography across the region.
This administrative division emerged in medieval times as part of the ancient folkland called Attundaland within Uppland. Its structure developed through centuries of settlement patterns and the influence of church organization on local governance.
The region maintains several 12th-century churches that influenced the establishment of villages and shaped local community development over centuries.
The area sits about 40 minutes from central Stockholm and connects through regular public transportation services. This good accessibility makes it easy to visit from the city center for day trips or exploration.
The arrival of railways in the late 1800s transformed the region's agricultural character and social structure. This new infrastructure opened economic opportunities that reshaped how communities developed and connected to the wider region.
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