With roots dating back over a thousand years, the city (Århus in Danish) features well-preserved historical neighbourhoods with charming cobblestone streets, colourful houses and historic landmarks. There’s the 12th-century Aarhus Cathedral and Den Gamle By (The Old Town), an open-air museum that recreates life in Denmark from the 17th to the 19th century. The ARoS Aarhus Art Museum is a contemporary art museum known for its installation on the rooftop, offering panoramic views of the city through colourful glass. Visitors should also check out the Moesgaard Museum, the Botanical Gardens, the Latin Quarter (Latinerkvarteret) and Marselisborg Palace, the summer residence of the Danish royal family.