Crawling out of bed today was tough. We are so tired. We just want to stay on the ship. But we can’t do that because we will miss so much!
Aarhus, pronounced “or-hoos” or we like to say “our house” is Denmark’s second-largest city, and has a population of approximately 350,000. With its roots tracing back to the Viking era, it has evolved into a major city that seamlessly blends historical charm with contemporary culture. Today, it’s a thriving hub of education, arts, and innovation.
Our day in Aarhus began with our friends eager to explore. Armed with a map and a spirit of adventure, we embarked on a self-guided walking tour with Mark as our fearless leader.
Our first stop was Mollestien Lane, often hailed as Aarhus’ prettiest street. The colorful buildings, adorned with floral displays, created a charming and picturesque atmosphere. It was a short street but worth admiring.
To add a touch of fun to our day, we couldn’t resist a detour to a nearby playground. Watching the kids play and laugh we decided to join in their excitement by taking a spin on the merry-go-round. It was a delightful reminder to embrace life’s simple pleasures.
Our next destination was Den Gamle By, an open-air museum that offers a journey through Danish history from 1864 to 2014. As we wandered through the recreated streets and buildings, we felt as though we had literally stepped back in time. From traditional crafts to everyday life, the museum provided a fascinating glimpse into Denmark’s past. We couldnt relate to the 1800s but 1974 brought back a lot of memories such as cassette tapes, blockbuster movie stores and the old heavy B&W TV’s.
Since we decided on different types of museums today, our next stop was the iconic ARoS Aarhus Art Museum. The “Your rainbow panorama” offered a kaleidoscope of colors that seemed to change with every step. It was an area at the very top of the modern work glass that changed with every few steps we made. Looking outside it changed the color of the world.
The exhibit of “Your boy” sculpture by Ron Mueck, was a hyperrealistic representation of a young boy that evoked a mix of awe and wonder. It was very impressive. We spent quite some time immersed in the world of art, enjoying this time.
Our day concluded at the Moesgaard Museum, a world-class institution renowned for its archaeological and anthropological collections. The highlight of our visit was the Grauballe Man, (aptly called Bog Man) a remarkably well-preserved Iron Age bog body. Discovered in 1952, this ancient individual is believed to have lived around the 3rd century BC.
His body, found in a peat bog near the village of Grauballe, is exceptionally well-preserved, with even his skin and hair intact. Even his last meal! The cause of death was a gruesome throat slitting, leaving historians and archaeologists with a 2000 year mystery on their hands. This was our main reason for visiting this museum but we also had some fun with the evolution of man.
A long interesting and educational day for us. Chuck didn’t join us today, giving his hip a break so he could be with us on our next tour in Oslo, Norway. He was missed, and picked on a lot! But it’s better for him!
May God bless you always!
Chuck and Lea Ann
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