Gravenstein
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An old German name for the Danish town Gråsten in southern Jutland
- proper noun
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Gravenstein
- The old map marked Gravenstein where the modern town of Gråsten now stands.
Examples
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Historians often refer to Gravenstein when discussing the region's German heritage.
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The castle near Gravenstein is a popular tourist attraction in southern Denmark.
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The town of Gravenstein has a rich history.
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Many tourists visit Gravenstein every summer.
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The historical records indicate that Gravenstein was once an important site in the duchy of Schleswig.
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In medieval maps, Gravenstein is shown as a significant landmark in southern Jutland.
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Scholars often explore how Gravenstein contributed to the cultural exchanges between Denmark and Germany.
Surface Forms
Gravenstein main
Etymology
Gravenstein was the old German name for the Danish town Gråsten, so you will see Gravenstein on old maps and in history when writers mean that town.
