a large and handsome city of Germany, and one of the principal in the circle of Franconia. It is defended with good fortifications, and has a magnificent palace. There is a handsome hospital, in which are generally 400 poor men and women. The castle is at a small distance from the city, and commands it, as it stands upon an eminence. It communicates with the city by a stone bridge, on which are 12 statues, representing as many saints. The arsenal and the cellars of the bishop deserve the attention of the curious. There is also an university, founded in 1403. It is seated on the river Maine, in E. Long. 10° 2' N. Lat. 49° 40'.