municipal level. For the twin towns, see twin towns of Aalborg Municipality. Notable people Among those who contributed to Aalborg's prosperity in the 19th century were Poul Pagh (1796–1870) who significantly developed trade and shipping, and Christen Winther Obel (1800–1860) who increased production at the C.W. Obel tobacco factory until it became the city's main employer. Another important figure of the times was Marie Rée (1835–1900) who ran the local newspaper Aalborg Stiftstidende until 1900, often promoting women's rights. More recently, the actor and script-writer Preben Kaas (1930–1981), who was born in Aalborg, starred in over 50 Danish films. Among the city's many sporting figures, Peter Gade (born 1976) stands out as one of the world's most successful badminton players. On the cultural side, Jørn Utzon (1918–2008), designer of the Sydney Opera House, grew up in Aalborg; the iconic Utzon Center which he inspired now serves as a museum for his architectural designs and offers courses of study based on his approach. Gallery Notes References Notes Bibliography External links Satellite image from Google Maps About Aalborg from Nordjyske Medier (local media group) Aalborg Kommune (Aalborg Municipality's official website) VisitAalborg (Aalborg Tourist Office) Aalborg University Aalborg University Aalborg Cricket Club Public Transport in Aalborg and surroundings Aalborg Akvavit Ålborgtårnet Instagram Photos of Aalborg Aalborg Carnival Information Municipal seats of the North Jutland Region Municipal seats of Denmark Cities and towns in the North Jutland Region Port cities and towns in Denmark Port cities and towns of the North Sea Viking Age populated places Limfjord Populated places established in the 1st millennium Aalborg Municipality