The main
industrial and commercial centre in the Jutland Peninsula, Århus is a major port, an
important cultural centre, and the second largest city in Denmark. Also called Aarhus, the
city lies on the eastern coast of Jutland, along Århus Bay; it has a large harbour with
extensive shipbuilding facilities. Among the many products manufactured in Århus, the
main ones are chemicals, machinery, beer and tobacco products.
The city, however, is not just business and trade - it is also known
for its university, one of the best in Denmark, and the fact that it has some of the most
impressive old buildings, including Denmark’s oldest church in the country. An
atmosphere that is surprisingly charming pervades the entire city - largely a result of
the university, which dominates Århus to quite an extent. Combined with this are a lively
entertainment scene and a vibrant nightlife, which make it a particularly attractive
destination for most travellers.
