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Yet another tour starts at Østerport Station. Going southwest, following the old embankments, you'll pass Nyboder, the yellow terrace houses built by Christian IV in the seventeenth century for those serving in the navy. Now it serves as an attractive living area, still reserved for the people of the Danish Navy.

Walking further along Østervoldgade, you pass Østre Anlæg, one of the city's parks, and at the southern corner of Østre Anlæg the State Museum of Art pops up with its long façade. From the road, it looks like an ordinary historical building, but on the other side of the common façade, a piece of interesting modern architecture is added to the old building. It consists of curving glass, contrasting with white stones, and from the inside you will find a splendid view over the park. The exhibitions are interesting and varied.

Keeping on Østervoldgade, you will have the Botanical Gardens on your right side and Kongens Have (the "King's Garden") on your left. Kongens Have is a small, popular oasis in the middle of Copenhagen. The beautiful Renaissance palace of Rosenborg Slot is situated in the garden, and is he former summer residence of King Christian IV.

Walking further along the old embankments, you'll encounter Nørreport Station and after that Ørsted Park, another of the city's parks, will be on your right-hand side. This tour might include a visit to the Lakes; you could start south and move along one of the sides of the lakes, going north. A walk along the lakes or around one of them is always a good idea. Thousands of Copenhageners do that every day.







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Botanical Gardens


Gardens With Rare Plants
Gothersgade, Nørrevoldgade, Sølvgade, Øster Farimagsgade
Copenhagen 1307
Denmark
+45 35 32 22 40
http://www.botanic-garden.ku.dk
Founded in 1874, the Botanical Gardens are located between Gothersgade and Sølvgade. They form a peaceful spot with exciting nature right in the center of Copenhagen. Here the visitor can enjoy the sights of the rare trees, rock gardens, medicinal plants and wild Danish plants from moor and heath. The Palm House is a must with its palm trees, cacti and orchids. The Gardens also contain the Botanical Museum and an observatory. Dogs are not allowed in the gardens.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Botanical Gardens photo by Michael & Sarah
Photo: Michael & Sarah
Botanical Gardens photo by Simon Ross
Photo: Simon Ross
Botanical Gardens photo by Paul Lawston
Photo: Paul Lawston
Botanical Gardens photo by www.antsmith.net
Photo: www.antsmith.net
Botanical Gardens photo by Rachel Clarke
Photo: Rachel Clarke
Botanical Gardens photo by Roshnii Rose
Photo: Roshnii Rose
Botanical Gardens photo by Trent Maynard
Photo: Trent Maynard
Botanical Gardens photo by Matthew Kazmierczak
Photo: Matthew Kazmierczak
Botanical Gardens photo by Evan Morris
Photo: Evan Morris
Botanical Gardens photo by Martin Rottler
Photo: Martin Rottler
Botanical Gardens photo by Jan Tonnesen
Photo: Jan Tonnesen
Botanical Gardens photo by Stefan Chivers
Photo: Stefan Chivers
Botanical Gardens photo by Mirna Lerotic
Photo: Mirna Lerotic
Botanical Gardens photo by Tom Armitage
Photo: Tom Armitage
Botanical Gardens photo by Jessica Williams
Photo: Jessica Williams
Botanical Gardens photo by micbaun
Photo: micbaun
Botanical Gardens photo by Katie Cosenza
Photo: Katie Cosenza
Botanical Gardens photo by Betsy Medinger
Photo: Betsy Medinger
Botanical Gardens photo by Nis Jensen
Photo: Nis Jensen
Botanical Gardens photo by Brendan Stone
Photo: Brendan Stone
Botanical Gardens photo by Lucy Bayer
Photo: Lucy Bayer
Botanical Gardens photo by Michelle Langston
Photo: Michelle Langston
Botanical Gardens photo by Frej Leilund
Photo: Frej Leilund
 

 
H.C. Ørsteds Park


Party In The Park
Nørre Voldgade
Copenhagen
Denmark
H.C. Ørstedsparken was originally part of the moats of Copenhagen. The park was built in 1876-79 in an English style with wonderful lawns and paths. It also has playgrounds and a café, and in the summer the park is full of people sunbathing. Some would not recommend visiting the park in the evenings. It is named after the famous Danish physicist H.C. Ørsted.

Review © 2007, Wcities
H.C. Ørsteds Park photo by Mathias Vejerslev
Photo: Mathias Vejerslev
H.C. Ørsteds Park photo by Mathias Vejerslev
Photo: Mathias Vejerslev
H.C. Ørsteds Park photo by Søren Stilling
Photo: Søren Stilling
 

 
Museum of Pictorial Arts


The Official Museum of Pictorial Arts
Sølvgade 48-50
Copenhagen 1307
Denmark
+45 33 74 8494
http://www.smk.dk/
This grandiose building was erected in 1889-96 after plans drawn by Wilhelm Dahlerup and G.E.W. Møller, in Italian Renaissance style. In autumn 1998, an extension was opened that gave the State's Art Museum the facelift it needed. The architects were Anna Maria Indrio and Mads Møller. This deeply original new building was constructed in the park behind the original building and is connected to it by a glass-covered walkway, 'the street of sculptures'. The 'street' stretches along the full length of the museum, and within it concerts and dance performances are held. The museum contains collections of art dating from the twelfth century. In the older European and Danish collections feast your eyes on paintings by Titian, Tintoretto, Breugel, Rubens, Frans Hals and Rembrandt can be . The modern collection comprises work by Picasso, Braque, Leger, Modigliani and Emil Nolde. Also Danish painters are richly represented, and you can enjoy the styles of Oluf Høst, Edward Weihe, Olaf Rude and Harald Giersing.Statens Museum for Kunst also contains a special museum for children and the Royal Danish Copperplate Collection.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Museum of Pictorial Arts photo by wcities
Photo: wcities
 

 
Rosenborg Castle


Old Royal Castle
Østervoldgade 4 A
Copenhagen 1350
Denmark
+45 3315 3286
http://www.rosenborgslot.dk/
Rosenborg Castle was built by Christian IV (1606-34) in Renaissance style. The castle has an almost fairytale-like location in Kongens Have. Rosenborg was originally a country mansion outside the walls of the city. The castle with its copper roof is surrounded by moats, and just outside the castle you'll find a very beautiful rose garden. The most characteristic things about Rosenborg are its many richly decorated rooms. Ever since the absolutist monarchy, Rosenborg has also been the home of the royal crown jewels. Rosenborg also functions as a museum on the Royal Family. For security reasons, electricity has never been installed. Admission fees: DKK65 for adults, DKK40 for students and pensioners, and DKK20 for children. Rosenborg is closed on Mondays, and from 17 to 27 December.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Rosenborg Castle photo by Mark Wallis
Photo: Mark Wallis
Rosenborg Castle photo by Henrik Pers
Photo: Henrik Pers
Rosenborg Castle photo by Michael Murray
Photo: Michael Murray
Rosenborg Castle photo by Carl Jones
Photo: Carl Jones
Rosenborg Castle photo by Michelle Whitney
Photo: Michelle Whitney
Rosenborg Castle photo by Flo
Photo: Flo
Rosenborg Castle photo by Scott O'Lee
Photo: Scott O'Lee
Rosenborg Castle photo by Jennifer Wu
Photo: Jennifer Wu
Rosenborg Castle photo by Kevin Hoogheem
Photo: Kevin Hoogheem
Rosenborg Castle photo by Heikki Paatela
Photo: Heikki Paatela
Rosenborg Castle photo by John Williamson
Photo: John Williamson
Rosenborg Castle photo by Toni Ahola
Photo: Toni Ahola
Rosenborg Castle photo by Palle Finn
Photo: Palle Finn
Rosenborg Castle photo by ott jeppesen
Photo: ott jeppesen
Rosenborg Castle photo by Jacques Morris
Photo: Jacques Morris
Rosenborg Castle photo by Bong Aportadera
Photo: Bong Aportadera
Rosenborg Castle photo by spencerfamilyphotos
Photo: spencerfamilyphotos
Rosenborg Castle photo by Lilian_G
Photo: Lilian_G
Rosenborg Castle photo by Kristin Unger
Photo: Kristin Unger
Rosenborg Castle photo by Sunny Ripert
Photo: Sunny Ripert
Rosenborg Castle photo by Harvey L Weinstein
Photo: Harvey L Weinstein
Rosenborg Castle photo by Conrad V Frelichowski
Photo: Conrad V Frelichowski
Rosenborg Castle photo by Yungbird
Photo: Yungbird
Rosenborg Castle photo by bagelmouse
Photo: bagelmouse
Rosenborg Castle photo by Mary Gordon
Photo: Mary Gordon
Rosenborg Castle photo by Chris Hopkins
Photo: Chris Hopkins
Rosenborg Castle photo by January Ford
Photo: January Ford
Rosenborg Castle photo by Bruno Alexandre
Photo: Bruno Alexandre
Rosenborg Castle photo by Anna M. Rodriguez
Photo: Anna M. Rodriguez
Rosenborg Castle photo by SamosBeach
Photo: SamosBeach
Rosenborg Castle photo by aprilemoine
Photo: aprilemoine
Rosenborg Castle photo by cassiano rabelo
Photo: cassiano rabelo
Rosenborg Castle photo by Ira Dobrolyubova
Photo: Ira Dobrolyubova
Rosenborg Castle photo by phillypinoy
Photo: phillypinoy
Rosenborg Castle photo by Wen-Ham Chiang
Photo: Wen-Ham Chiang
Rosenborg Castle photo by Andy M
Photo: Andy M
Rosenborg Castle photo by Rajasee Daspurkayastha
Photo: Rajasee Daspurkayastha
Rosenborg Castle photo by Cecilia Esbjornsson
Photo: Cecilia Esbjornsson
 

 
Østre Anlæg (Staten's Art Museum)


The Wonderful World of Museums
Østervoldgade/Sølvtorvet/Oslo Plads
Copenhagen
Denmark
Østre Anlæg was originally part of the moats of Copenhagen. The park was laid out in 1871 in the style of an English garden. In Østre Anlæg you find Statens Museum for Kunst with its white marble annexe, and the Hirschsprung Collection. You will also find flowerbeds, statues and monuments.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Østre Anlæg (Staten's Art Museum) photo by Ryan Hadley
Photo: Ryan Hadley
Østre Anlæg (Staten's Art Museum) photo by Marianne Pedersen
Photo: Marianne Pedersen
Østre Anlæg (Staten's Art Museum) photo by Jade Gedeon
Photo: Jade Gedeon
Østre Anlæg (Staten's Art Museum) photo by Brent Kirkwood
Photo: Brent Kirkwood
Østre Anlæg (Staten's Art Museum) photo by Stephen Thomas
Photo: Stephen Thomas
Østre Anlæg (Staten's Art Museum) photo by SLClaassen
Photo: SLClaassen
Østre Anlæg (Staten's Art Museum) photo by Mikkel Westerkam
Photo: Mikkel Westerkam
Østre Anlæg (Staten's Art Museum) photo by Jennifer Halvorson
Photo: Jennifer Halvorson
Østre Anlæg (Staten's Art Museum) photo by cristina filippa schurmann
Photo: cristina filippa schurmann
 

 
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