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 A1 Limousine Service |
Anhoj 13 Kastrup Copenhagen, Denmark 2770 Denmark +45 3032 2202 http://www.a1limousine.dk |
Allow professional drivers to take you to your destination in style and at your convenience. A1 Limousines' English speaking drivers take you to and from the airport, hotel, conference rooms, and act as personal chauffeurs. Beverages, newspapers, even beer is provided on request and payment can be made directly to driver or through credit cards. Sightseeing tours (minimum 2 hours) are available to museums and castles, covering places, such as Malmoe, Arken and Lund. Wedding packages include champagne from France. The fleet constitutes only Mercedes and Volkswagen vehicles. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Swimmer's Paradise |
Amager Strandvej Copenhagen 2300 Denmark +45 3366 3500 http://www.amager-strand.dk |
This is a big area with beaches near Copenhagen, containing also Kastrup fortress. It is not a very idyllic and natural beach, but it is quite clean and has views to gigantic gas containers, Øresundsbroen bridge to Sweden and a few islands. It is very popular amongst the people of Copenhagen in the summer. In the area, you will also find the outdoor swimming pool Helgoland, where you can swim in the winter, even if there is ice on the water. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Castle Of The Parliament: Third Time Lucky |
Christiansborgs Slotsplads Copenhagen 1218 Denmark |
Christiansborg Slot is home to the Parliament, the Supreme Court and the Prime Minister's Department, thus this makes it the centre of power in Denmark. Demonstrations against the proposals of the government always end up in front of Christiansborg, of which one part is open to the public. This is where Bishop Absalon built his castle as far back as 1167. Later the Castle of Copenhagen was located here. In 1732 the building of a magnificent Baroque castle began at the request of Christian VI, but this castle burnt down in 1794. Under the rule of Christian VII, a new, Classical Christianborg was built, but also this castle burnt down, in 1880. A third Christiansborg was built between 1907 and 1923 in Baroque style after the drawings by architect Thorvald Jørgensen. The façade is covered with granite from Bornholm. The spire is 104 metres tall, one of the tallest in the city. Behind the castle are beautiful riding grounds with stables; these parts of the castle still date from Christian VI's old Baroque building. On the riding grounds, stands a statue of Christian IX made by Anne Marie Carl Nielsen. In the summer the riding grounds are used for theatre performances and concerts (jazz, rock and classical music). On the square at Christiansborg stands a statue of Frederik V, made by French sculptor J F Saly. The sculpture, revealed in 1711, is considered by some to be one of the most beautiful of the city. For information on guided tours, please call for details. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Baroque Church With Theatrical Interior |
Strandgade 1 Copenhagen 1401 Denmark +45 3254 1576 http://www.folkekirken.dk/STIF... |
Christianskirken is a common national church with enough space for the creative arrangements in theatre, ballet, and concerts that you often find here. It is situated on Christianshavn, the small island between Copenhagen city and Amager. The church is characterised by its blue-black tile roof that shines and glimmers in the sun, its sandstone walls, and its tower. It was built in 1755-59 by Nicolai Eigtved, who was inspired by the Baroque movement. The interior is almost theatrical, with benches on the floor and boxes on the balcony. The King's box is opposite the altar. There are no admission fees. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Church Known For Its Twisted Spire |
Skt. Annægade 19 Copenhagen 1416 Denmark +45 3257 2798 http://www.vorfrelserskirke.dk |
Vor Frelsers Kirke (the Church of Our Saviour) is situated in the romantic surroundings of Christianshavn, the island between Copenhagen city and Amager. Architect Lambert von Haven built the church in 1696. At that time, the church could not afford a spire, so the beautiful tower that now crowns Vor Frelsers Kirke was not added until 1752. Now the tower with its twisted gold and copper spire, which takes you 95 meters and 400 steps above ground-level, is the most famous part of the church. From the top you have a splendid view. The spire has been newly restored and now looks just great. The interior is interesting too. Note the relief depicting the elephant that seems to bear the organ. The elephant is a symbol of the highest order of nobility achievable in Denmark. The church is also famous for its advanced carillon. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Delightful Art Museum in the Heart of Copenhagen |
Dantes Plads 7 Copenhagen 1556 Denmark +45 33 41 8141 http://www.glyptoteket.dk |
Truly one of the city's great museums, the Glyptoteket was founded in 1888. The conservatory is in the heart of the museum with its beautiful palm trees and exotic plants. An extension houses classic artwork, including French Impressionists like Monet. Elsewhere, you will find an antiques collection with treasures from the Orient, Egypt, Ancient Greece and the Roman Empire. The Glyptoteket also contains a ceremonial hall which is used for concerts and lectures. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Natural Area in the Heart of Copenhagen |
Prinsessegade Copenhagen 1436 Denmark |
Holmen is a former military area, but when the navy pulled out in 1996, this big scenic area was opened to the public. The main entrance is at the end of Prinsessegade on Christianshavn. Another way to get to Holmen is to go by boat with the canal tours from Nyhavn or Gammel Strand. The big rigging-tower, a stone construction with a copper roof dating from 1749, is the landmark of Holmen and a part of the Copenhagen skyline. The Navy has resided on Holmen since 1690. Gunshots still thunder from Sixtus Batteriet at sunset and dawn. Cultural activities and artists have also moved into Holmen with the four art schools located there. Now an extensive residential building project is being carried out. It's nice to sometimes get away from the noise and stress of the big city. Try the restaurants along the harbour. Near the water, it is cool even on the hottest days. And from here you have a magnificent view over Amalienborg and Marmorkirken. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Vintage Church |
Holmens Kanal Copenhagen 1060 Denmark +45 3311 3740 http://www.holmenskirke.dk/ |
The site of Holmens Kirke originally housed a blacksmith's shop, but in 1619 King Christian IV commissioned its reconstruction into a church for the Danish Navy. Built in the shape of a cross, a small copper tower rises from the middle, in Renaissance style. The church is situated by one of the bridges that join Slotsholmen, the island with Christiansborg on it, with the center of Copenhagen. The decorative chapel alongside the canal is beautifully made. This church is one of the few to have survived the great fires in the history of Copenhagen. Because of that, it has been very well preserved and stands as it was originally designed. Today, it functions as a common public church. In 1967, the Danish queen Margrete was married to Prince Henrik in this church. The graves of Danish seafaring heroes like Tordenskjold (1690-1720) and Niels Juel are found inside. Both were men of a time when Denmark was one of the leading naval nations of the world. A statue of Tordenskjold is situated in the churchyard, facing onto the canal. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The National Museum |
Ny Verstergade 10 Copenhagen Denmark +45 33 13 4411 http://www.natmus.dk/ |
Founded in 1807, the National Museum is based upon the royal art collection and is located in the Prince's Palace, built by Frederick IV for his son Christian VI. The museum underwent thorough restoration in 1992.Visitors could spend a whole month exploring the National Museum's extensive collection. The most important parts are Prehistoric Denmark, Treasures of Gold, The Viking Age, Denmark in the Middle Ages and Renaissance 1050-1650 and Denmark in the 1700s. There are also collections of ancient treasures from Egypt, Greece and Rome plus ethnographical collections about the Indians and Eskimos. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Hurrah Thorvaldsen! |
Bertel Thorvaldsens Plads 2 Copenhagen 1213 Denmark +45 33 32 1532 http://www.thorvaldsensmuseum.dk/ |
This museum, is a monument to the famous Danish sculptor Bertel Thorvaldsen (1770-1844). Located in a beautiful building close to Christiansborg and Gammel Strand. In 1838 the artist donated all his magnificent sculptures to the city of Copenhagen. He financed the building of the museum, designed by Gotlieb Bindesbøll from 1838-48. Outside you will see a couple of frieze that depict the home-coming of Thorvaldsen from Rome in 1838, made by Jørgen Sonne. The original frieze were replaced by copies in 1948-58. The interior of the museum was inspired by the old Pompeii and the wonderful frescos were created by artists living at that time. In the cellar you can see Thorvaldsen's own drawings and model sketches, as well as some of his personal belongings. He is buried under the museum's yard. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The Story of Tivoli |
H. C. Andersens Boulevard 22 Copenhagen 1620 Denmark +45 3315 1001 |
This museum is located within the castle on H.C. Andersens Boulevard. It tells the history of Tivoli, from when it opened in 1843 until today, and teaches visitors about what Tivoli has meant for the city of Copenhagen and its inhabitants in different historical periods, for instance the Second World War. The opening hours during the Tivoli season (4 April-24 September) are 10a-10p Tu-Su; off-season the museum is open 10a-4p Tu-Su. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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