Kolding

/ ˈkɔleŋ /

noun

a port in Denmark, in E Jutland at the head of Kolding Fjord (an inlet of the Little Belt). Pop: 54 941 (2004 est)

In Kolding stands a famous castle, which was partially burnt down in 1808.

The name of Kolding occurs in the 10th century, but its earliest known town-rights date from 1321.

"As to Kolding itself, there are several stories," continued the Pastor.

The rich man, however, had a horse, and he affirmed that the horse would gallop from his house to Kolding by a certain time.

But if I once contrive to land you safely at Kolding, you will not go to sea again, I hope?'

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