The city was founded in 1721 by the Norwegian missionary Hans Egede, and given the name Godthåb. At this time Greenland was technically a Norwegian colony under the Dano-Norwegian Crown, but the colony had not had any contact with Norway proper for more than two centuries.
The city is commonly known as Godthåb in Danish, although since home rule was enacted in 1979, the official name of the city is its Greenlandic name of Nuuk. It is the seat of government for the municipality of Nuuk, which encompasses about 39,000 square miles (100,000 km²) of Greenland.
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Air Greenland - Information about scheduled domestic and International flights, booking information, fixed wing and helicopter charter services, air cargo services and air fleet information.
Atuagkat - Store selling books, magazines and other print media about Greenland and the Arctic. Publications are listed by topics and may be ordered online.
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City of Nuuk - Official town site providing community, economic and job availability information. Danish, Greenlandic and English versions.
Ding Dong Studio - Offers music production. Includes previous productions, company photos and information, and sample recordings.
Isummerit Webcam - A view from Nunngarut, Nuuk, Greenland, pointing at the mountain Quassussuaq. Updated every hour during daylight.
Meta Description: [ Isummerit Webcam from Nunngarut, Nuussuaq, Nuuk, Greenland. A view up to Quassussuaq, Lille Malene, Nuuk skiing area. Follow the construction of Greenlands first real swimming bath. ]
Nuuk Marathon - An annual event hosted by the Nuuk Road Runners Club (NAAPE). Site gives results, timetable and sponsor information. English and Danish versions.
Nuuk Snow Festival - Annual festival held in March since 1994, offering the contestants and spectators firm snow, long days and northern lights. Gives detailed information about attractions and events in English and Danish.
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Nuuk Tourism - Information about accommodations and tours in the capital, whale watching, tours to the ice cap, to a settlement and visits to the home rule government.
Meta Description: [ Tours and excursions in Nuuk, the capital of Greenland: whale watching, tours to the ice cap, to a settlement - and visits to the home rule government. Contact ud for accommodation! ]
Royal Arctic Line - Provides marine transportation, Arctic exploration and supply services, Greenland to Denmark marine routes, coastal marine passenger and exploration services.
Royal Greenland - Producer of cold water prawns specializing in fishing and processing quality seafood. Provides a corporate profile, description of products, fish recipes, and contact details.
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Weather Underground - Nuuk - Current weather conditions and short-term forecasts.
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