Aalborg

Aalborg is the fourth largest city in Denmark just trailing Copenhagen, Aarhus, and Odense in size. Aalborg has a population of around 120,000 people so it is a good size city, but not one that will overwhelm any traveller that may come here to see the attractions or mingle with the fine people of this city.
Many people do not realize that Aalborg’s roots trace back over 1000 years so it does have a rich tradition and was originally a trading post. During the Middle Age, Aalborg prospered and was one the biggest city in Denmark and in 1342 it officially became a town.
Tourist attractions is something that Aalborg has a lot of. One of the favourites of visitors is the old Aalborghus Castle, which was built in 1550 by King Christian III and was switched to government offices in the 1950′s. It is a place that you will want to visit if no more than just to look at.
The Aalborg Historical Museum is also a place that you will should check out as well. It has many different things to offer and you will enjoy the time you spend there.
Aalborg is a city in rapid growth but still environment and sustainability is the key factor in this progress. The Aalborg charter from 1994 in The Sustainable Cities and Towns campaign was mentioned as an outspoken initiative in whole Europe. The next couple of years focus will be on the significant changes of the urban waterfront making it a place of residential housing, restaurants, retail facilities and an area of significant recreational values for the citizens.

If you do travel to Aalborg try to make it around the last week of May so you can catch the Carnival in Aalborg. This is a fun time for all and there is something for everyone to do no matter what your age happens to be. It gets around 100,000 visitors a year so it will be packed, but you will have a great time at it. The Battle of the carnival Bands is always something that you will like a lot. It ends with an awesome fireworks display so always keep that date in mind if you plan to travel to Aalborg anytime soon.

Aalborg is a city that offers many different things to its visitors as well. If you are planning a trip than by all means consider this city in Denmark as it has plenty to offer you and your family for a fun time.