About Aalborg in Denmark

Located at the Liim Fiord in the northern part of the region of Northern Jutland, Aalborg is the fourth largest city with a population of around 165,000 in Denmark. Aalborg is an old city with a long history which can date back to the time of the Vikings. It is a major centre of industry, commerce, trade, transportation, technology and culture in Denmark.

Aalborg is a city full of historic buildings and parks. Built in 17th century, the five-storey Jens Bang's House is one of the renaissance architecture, representing the financial and political power of the merchants at that time. The English St. Botolph is stately cathedral built in the 15th century. Well known as "Budolfi Church", the Monastery of the Holy Ghost is Denmark's oldest social service insitution. Tivoliland is the largest entertainment park in the Danish provinces, Denmark. The Museum of History has a large collection of the Lim Fjord in the Stone Age and North Jutland glassware. Built in 1972, the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art is a distinct example of modern Scandinavian architecture. Situated on the edge of a green beech forest high above Aalborg, the beautiful Aalborg Zoo is one of the most visited tourist attractions in the country.