Nuuk, Greenland (Kalaallit Nunaat)
Photo credit: Reniel Yang |
Home to gourmet restaurants, fashion boutiques, and the Northern Lights inspired Katuaq Cultural Center, Nuuk is the center of modern Greenland. However, a stroll through the picturesque Old Harbor shows that history and traditions remain strong in this growing city.
Nuuk, Greenland's
capital, is a small city on the country's southwest coast. Its large fjord
system has waterfalls, humpback whales and icebergs. Its waterfront is dotted
with brightly colored houses against the backdrop of Sermitsiaq mountain. The
Greenland National Museum has mummies and Inuit skin boats, while the Nuuk Art
Museum displays local works. The Katuaq cultural center offers films, concerts
and art.
Area: 266.4 mi²
Province: Greenland
Weather: 54°F
(12°C), Wind N at 1 mph (2 km/h), 72% Humidity
Getting there: 14 h
25 min flight. View flights
Population: 16,583
(2013) UNdata
Local time: Friday
9:24 AM
University:
University of Greenland