AALBORG HISTORY |
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Aalborg traces its history back over 1000 years, settled originally by the
Vikings as a trading post because of its position on the Limfjord. The site
of what were two Viking settlements, and a visible burial ground is to be
seen on a hill overlooking the city, Lindholm Hřje, and the size of these
settlements emphasise the significance of this place as a crossing point.
The first mention of Aalborg under its original name Alabu, is found on a
coin dated to 1040.
During the middle ages, Aalborg prospered and became one of the largest
cities in Denmark. This prosperity was further enhanced when in 1516 Aalborg
was granted a monopoly in salt herring.
Aalborg received town privileges in 1342 and the bishopric dates from 1554. |
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