City on three islands

Copenhagen is the capital of Denmark and the largest city in the country. The location of Copenhagen is on three islands, in the zone of temperate marine climate. The history of Copenhagen begins in the 12th century, when a small settlement was located on this place. In 1167, by order of Bishop Absalon, a castle and a fortress were built here, turning the village into a fortified city. At the beginning of the 15 century, the city was captured by the King of Norway Eric III and made Copenhagen his residence. In the history of Copenhagen, there were long wars and sieges that the city heroically withstood, as well as an extensive fire in 1728, which destroyed about a quarter of the city. The first fortress of the city survived, and blocks and buildings begin to grow around. Copenhagen is strengthened by sea forts and is booming. Today Copenhagen is the most important center of maritime trade and economy, industry and education, tourism.

The sights of Copenhagen are distinguished by their national color. The most famous attraction of Copenhagen and a symbol of all Denmark is the statue of the Little Mermaid, the character of the fairy tale Andersen, created in 1913. In the ancient historical district of the city there is a town hall building, a complex of palace buildings Amalienborg, the Newhavn Canal, dug in the 17th century. At the beginning of the canal is a monument to Danish sailors, nearby – the National Museum and Art Gallery. Among the architectural monuments, palaces and castles are interesting: Christiansborg, Rosenborg, as well as university buildings, the Round Tower, the churches of the Savior and St. Frederick. Copenhagen’s museum attractions are represented by the Danish National Gallery of Art, Torvaldsen Museums, the Louis Tussauds Wax Museum, the Museum of Erotica, Guinness Records, Jokes and many others. Copenhagen also has famous theaters that Denmark is famous for: the Royal Theater, the New Theater, the Opera House and others.

Entertainment in Copenhagen is designed for people of all ages and preferences. For lovers of cultural recreation, tours of the city are held here, both pedestrian and bus. For sports and entertainment enthusiasts in Copenhagen, there are leisure parks, for example, Tivoli Park, where there are many attractions and shows, concert venues and restaurants, or the world’s oldest amusement park Bakken with booths and cabarets. For lovers of nightlife in Copenhagen, there are many nightclubs and discos where cocktail parties are held: by paying for admission, you can drink an unlimited number of drinks. It is worth visiting the city’s zoo, botanical garden and planetarium, as well as the Experimarium, where visitors are invited to take part in fascinating experiments. Children will like to visit the excursion “Fabulous World of Andersen” or the Museum of jokes and pranks. Copenhagen stores are pleased with their variety and regular sales. In the Westerbro quarter there are author boutiques and galleries, and in Norrerbro there is a chance to visit flea antique markets and other stores in Copenhagen.

The main transport in Copenhagen is the metro, buses and taxis. Bicycles that can be rented are also very popular.

City Lego

The wonderful city of Billund in Denmark has already earned so many good reviews among tourists. It is absolutely calm, picturesque and, of course, well developed in the infrastructure. Children in Billund are drawn, like a magnet, thanks to the world-famous Legoland Park. It is in this Danish city that the production plant of the beloved children’s designer is located. Many tourists like to just walk around Billund streets. For several centuries in the city there are beautiful colored three-story houses, the village atmosphere reigns, the inhabitants are hardworking and kind. At the same time, it cannot be said that the city is poor, on the contrary, due to its famous sights, it has a large income and is rapidly developing.

Billund’s brightest attraction is Legoland Amusement Park. Adults and children are so eager to get into it. In this place you will again plunge into the world of childhood and believe that all dreams come true. You can spend the day in Legoland for 350 Danish kroner (children – 300). Another place where you can have a good time with your whole family is Givescood Safari Park. Animals in the zoo do not live in aviaries, but move freely around the park, so visitors are forbidden to visit it without a guide and a special car (issued for rent at the entrance). Lalandia Water Park has also become one of Billund’s favorite tourist destinations. It has absolutely everything for water entertainment. Once inside, you seem to be plunging into the world of the tropical jungle.

Billund has many attractions that will introduce you to the history and culture of the city. At the Huset Olhom Museum, you can admire the art collection of contemporary creators. You can also visit the quite interesting Karensminde Farm Museum, where you will get acquainted with the agricultural tools and colours of Danish villages. Known in Billund is the museum of honey wine and brewing, in which you can know the traditions and some recipes for the production of local wine and beer. In it you can also buy wines of the best varieties at a low price.

Unknown Europe

The second largest city in Denmark, Aarhus, is a small and large city at the same time. Small because you will have enough time for you to get acquainted with the place in a short time, but big so that you can heartily imbue the lively life of the city and enjoy its events. A mixture of youthful optimism and creativity, together with the city’s good old coziness, create a unique atmosphere and make visiting Aarhus pleasant and invigorating for each guest.

It is worth examining the building of the old Town Hall, built in 1857, and the building of the new Town Hall, built in 1938-1942 according to the project of the famous Danish architect Arne Jacobsen. Notable is the church of Fruckirche (Vor Frue Kirke), built in 1060, which is considered one of the oldest existing stone churches in Scandinavia, and possibly the oldest of them. In addition, the tallest and longest cathedral in Denmark (Aarhus Domkirke), which is already more than 800 years old, is of interest.

There are many interesting museums in Aarhus, for example, this is one of the largest museums in Denmark – the Aarhus State Museum; the city museum, as well as the Viking Museum. Another museum that deserves attention is the Aarhus Art Museum (ARoS Aarhus Kunstmuseum) – one of the largest in Northern Europe, and the Museum of Women (Kvindemuseet). But the museum “Den Gamle By,” which has collected more than 50 typically “Danish” buildings from different cities built between 1597 and 1909, is a unique open-air museum village with all the necessary infrastructure – restaurants and shops.

You can also relax and enjoy a beautiful landscape in the Botanical Garden, founded in 1875 and located north of the old city. More than a thousand species of plants grow in the garden, tropical greenhouses are also open to visitors, along which organized excursions are held. In short, when good weather in Aarhus is worth walking here one pleasure.