The synonym Gothab generally refers to Nuuk (the capital and largest city of Greenland)
Geographical Environment
Nuk is located at the mouth of the Gothab Strait on the west coast of Greenland. It has a cold tundra climate. The average temperature in July is 7℃, the average temperature in January is minus 8℃. Due to the influence of warm ocean currents in Nuuk, the nearby sea water does not freeze in winter and is suitable for the development of fisheries, but it is not suitable for the development of agriculture due to the influence of temperature.
From the end of spring to the end of summer, green trees and tender grasses grow in coastal areas. In addition, Nuuk city is also a good place to observe the aurora. In winter, it is set against the white snow, which is very beautiful and attracts countless explorers and tourists.
Population and Religion
Nuk is the most populous among Greenland’s 18 administrative regions, and more than a quarter of the island’s population lives here. According to statistics in 2013, Nuuk had a population of 16,454, an increase from 13,884 in 2003. The majority of the population believe in Protestantism, and some of the population believe in Catholicism and other sects of Protestantism.
Economy
The economy of Nuuk is dominated by fishery, mainly producing crabs and flounder. Its trading partners are Denmark, Norway and other countries. The headquarters of the largest aquatic product company in Europe and the 10th largest aquatic product company in the world is located here.
Traffic
There are roads along the coast of Nuuk or ice-free areas, and you can drive there by car. In areas close to the mainland, sleds are mostly used. State-owned passenger and cargo ships from Canada, Denmark, and Iceland depart for Nuuk. There are nearly 1,000 cars.
Nuk Airport (IATA: GOH) has 2 airlines operating 8 intra-island routes, as well as international flights to Reykjavik and Keflavik, Iceland.
Language
The official language is Greenlandic, which is mostly spoken by residents. In addition, Danish and Norwegian are also used.
Culture and Education
The University of Greenland, an institution of higher learning on Greenland, is located in Nuuk. The university has 4 departments: Administration (teach economics, law, and subjects related to business, management, and public administration), culture and social history, Greenlandic language and literature and theology. Nuuk City implements a nine-year free compulsory education. Most of the teaching language is Greenlandic, but students also need to learn Danish. The students will go to Denmark for further studies when they grow up.
Danish culture has had an impact on Greenland, but many residents of the island still maintain traditional cultural activities, and folk art is still very popular. The "dog sledding competition", "fishing competition" and "fishing competition" are also held here every year.
Communications
There are radio and television stations in Nuuk. The Greenland TV station broadcasts TV programs for residents, mainly in Greenlandic, and sometimes Danish. Newspapers and periodicals mainly include "Greenland Post", "Advance News" and "Unity" etc.
Military
Denmark has a Greenland headquarters in Nuuk, which is responsible for fishing patrols, sea rescues, and weather services for residents. The United States also has a military base in Nuuk City.
Sister cities
Aalborg, Denmark
Ahim, Norway
Bero, USA
People of China Republic of Changchun
Cuxhaven, Greece
Hudinge, Sweden
Lynba Taba, Denmark
Ponnetang, Canada
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Vantaa, Finland
Amasya, Turkey