Wednesday, July 1, 2020

Jelling Runic Stones | Danmark


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Located in central Jutland, Jelling was a royal monument during the reigns of Gorm, and his son Harald Bluetooth, in the 10th century. After introducing Christianity into Denmark, and integrating Norway with the country, Harald Bluetooth proclaimed his achievements by erecting a stone between the two mounds and building the first wooden church at Jelling.

Jelling Mounds, Runic Stones and Church is a UNESCO World Heritage site.

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