Roland
United States · OklahomaUS
Frankish military leader under Charlemagne
Roland was a Frankish military leader under Charlemagne who became an epic hero and one of the principal figures in the literary cycle known as the Matter of France. The historical Roland was military governor of the Breton March, responsible for defending Francia's frontier against the Bretons. His only historical attestation is in Einhard's Vita Karoli Magni, which notes he was part of the Frankish rearguard killed in retribution by the Basques in Iberia at the Battle of Roncevaux Pass.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Coordinates
- 35.421, -94.515
- Timezone
- America/Chicago
- Elevation
- 147 m
Overview of Roland
In Oklahoma, United States, Roland stands out as a destination. The activity mix leans towards culture. Because it is northern-hemisphere, timing matters.
Things to do in Roland
Culture in Roland
(1)Roland records Fountains under culture. It is a direct read of Roland's activity profile. These pair well with anything else on this page.
Getting there & around
Access Roland through a larger town in Oklahoma; a car or bicycle makes the last leg simple. The local time zone is America/Chicago.
Similar destinations
Places near Roland that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Roland known for?
- Roland is mainly a destination for culture, set in Oklahoma, United States.
- What can you do in Roland?
- You can plan around Fountains in Roland. Each is tagged in our dataset rather than guessed at.
- Where is Roland located?
- Administratively, Roland sits in Oklahoma, United States — handy when you group several destinations into one trip.
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