Thursday, April 30, 2009

Aalborg, a city worth a visit

Aalborg is the fourth biggest city in Denmark. Some would say that it is rather like a town than city, however for a country like Denmark it is imprtant industrial and education center. Aalborg is situated in the north on the country in the part called Jutland and it has much to offer during days and nights.
The history of Aalborg dates back to 1000 years ago and was established by Vikings. You can visit Old Vikings cemetary which is situated in Aalborg- Nuressundby. The graves were dicovered in 1952 are dated back to the Iron Age. The place has a very special atmosphere and is provided with informative boards. You can see the cemetary in the photograph...
The most important shopping street is Osteraggade just in the city center. Strolling through the street you can admire old merchant house: The Stone House of Jens Bang which was built in 17th century. Near the Merchant house there is beautiful Old Townhall- Aalborg Radhus which was built in 1762. The townhall is used for official receptions and civil weddings. Just near the Aalborg Radhus you can see small white church. The church is dedicated to St Botholfus, who is protector of the shipmen.
Very close to Townhall there is Aalborhus Castle. The castle was built by Christian III in the period of 1539 -1555 and was used as a fortification. Today the castle is used by State County of Northern Juttland. Sightseeing is not allowed in the castle as it plays official function however there is possibility to see the surronding area.
The most popular entertainment street in the city of Aalborg is Jomfru Ane Gade. The street is well known because of its lively atmosphere, there are many pubs and the area is popular with the locals. Every place is offering different types of music and different type of entertainment. There are many good restaurants and cafes in the city so there is no problem to find a good place for eating.
If you visit Aaalborg in May you will be able to be a part of one of the biggest Carnival in Europe. It brings attention of the people from different parts of the globe and is very enatertaining experience.
It is easy to get Aalborg by plane, bus or train. The flight from Copanhagen lasts only 45 minutes. Bus station and train station are situated just in the center of the city from where there is close access to many hotels like: Phonix Hotel or First Slothostel Aalborg. What is typical for Denmark all around the city you can see people travelling on bikes. It does not matter if it is winter or summer Danish people are using bikes all around the year. After spending some times in here it is not even suprising that they are travelling to parties on the bikes
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1 comment:

  1. Its really great. With a big coincedance I was planning to go to denmark. I hope I will see aalborg too. very helpfull

    THanks a lot.

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