Nytorv Square is a

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. Nytorv street was originally built as a funnel-shaped space between Østerågade and Slotsgade in 1604. The crossing at Nytorv and Østerågade is the historic center of the city and is open to

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and buses. Nytorv is characterized by a number of shops and professional services, from west to east, including

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, Jyske Bank, Sinnerup, Salling, ElGiganten,

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, Friis, a community center, and the main

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