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Roskilde Kloster is a beautiful monastery formerly for unmarried noble ladies. The town of Roskilde dates back to medieval times. Roskilde is a member of the Most Ancient European Towns Network.
Five Viking ships were sunk in the fjord to create a barrier against invaders. The ships were made out of oak, pine, lime, ash and birch.
The ships were longships, trading ships, warships and fishing vessels. Their sizes varied carrying crews of 5-6 to 30. Top speeds ranged from 8.5 to 20 knots.
Danish kings and queens spanning over 10 centuries are buried at Roskilde Cathedral.
White marble wreath in the chapel of Christian IX (died in 1906).
Queen Margrete I (1412) united Denmark, Norway and Sweden. The original gown was made of fabric woven in Italy at the beginning of the 15th century and is currently located in Uppsala.
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