Denmark sightseeing. Travel guide - attractions, sights, nature and touristic places

In Denmark, people treat their own traditions and customs with special trepidation. Danes honor their past and pay it a tribute in many ways. They …
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Denmark wins the heart of tourists with the diversity and splendor of its attractions and places of interest. Guests of the country can enjoy the …
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History and Entertainment
The first early feudal country was formed at the site of modern Denmark in the 9th century. In the 8th century, it saw the so-called Viking Age. The Danes populating the territory took an active part in conquests. In the period from the 8th to the 1th centuries, they conquered the significant part of the territory of present Iceland, North America and Greenland. Territories of France and Great Britain were quite important for Vikings. They threw all their forces to conquer them in the 9th century.
The nightlife of Denmark is concentrated in Copenhagen. The city is full of all kinds of nightclubs and entertainment facilities. At night, Copenhagen …
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Going on a trip to Denmark, it's worthwhile to observe certain rules, if you don't want your vacation to be spoiled. 1. In winter, it can be very …
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National and city parks of Denmark
♥ National Park 'Nationalpark Thy' . On the map
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♥ National Park 'Nationalpark Vadehavet' . On the map
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♥ National Park 'Nationalpark Thy' . On the map


♥ National Park 'Nationalpark Vadehavet' . On the map


Michelin-starred restaurants in Denmark
♥ Restaurant 'Enomania' Frederiksberg. Type - Italian. On the map
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♥ Restaurant 'Era Ora' København. Type - Italian. On the map
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♥ Restaurant 'Falsled Kro' Millinge. Type - Classic cuisine. On the map
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♥ Restaurant 'Famo' København. Type - Italian. On the map
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♥ Restaurant 'Famo Metro' Copenhagen. Type - Italian. On the map
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♥ Restaurant 'Enomania' Frederiksberg. Type - Italian. On the map


♥ Restaurant 'Era Ora' København. Type - Italian. On the map


♥ Restaurant 'Falsled Kro' Millinge. Type - Classic cuisine. On the map


♥ Restaurant 'Famo' København. Type - Italian. On the map


♥ Restaurant 'Famo Metro' Copenhagen. Type - Italian. On the map


Castles of Denmark
♥ Castle 'Asserbo Castle' . On the map
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♥ Castle 'Augustenborg Palace' . On the map
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♥ Castle 'Bernstorff Palace Gentofte' . On the map
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♥ Castle 'Boller Castle' . On the map
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♥ Castle 'Borgeby Castle' . On the map
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♥ Castle 'Asserbo Castle' . On the map


♥ Castle 'Augustenborg Palace' . On the map


♥ Castle 'Bernstorff Palace Gentofte' . On the map


♥ Castle 'Boller Castle' . On the map


♥ Castle 'Borgeby Castle' . On the map


Palaces in Denmark
♥ Palace 'Frederiksberg Palace' Copenhagen. On the map
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♥ Palace 'Frederiksborg Palace' Hillerød. On the map
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♥ Palace 'Gråsten Palace' . On the map
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♥ Palace 'Kastellet' Copenhagen. On the map
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♥ Palace 'Kronborg Castle' Elsinore. On the map
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♥ Palace 'Frederiksberg Palace' Copenhagen. On the map


♥ Palace 'Frederiksborg Palace' Hillerød. On the map


♥ Palace 'Gråsten Palace' . On the map


♥ Palace 'Kastellet' Copenhagen. On the map


♥ Palace 'Kronborg Castle' Elsinore. On the map


Famous and uniques places in Denmark from our review series
Amalienborg Palace
From the series “Rococo Architecture – Famous Monuments”
The palace is a beautiful complex at present. It consists of four Rococo mansions. These mansions are located around a small square. Amalienborg Palace is a very … Read all
Lighthouse Rubjerg-Knude
From the series “Top 15 Most Fascinating Lighthouses”
In 1968 they became so high that sailors didn't see the lighthouse from the sea. For more than 10 years the lighthouse was empty, in 1980 there was opened the museum of shifting sands. It became popular among travelers, however in 2002 because of the fast-growing dunes the museum and nearby cafe were closed. Nowadays a high tower is over the sand only for several meters. Specialists say that … Read all
Nordsoen Oceanarium
From the series “The Coolest and Largest Oceanariums in the World”
Opening of the Oceanarium was held in 1984. Among its outstanding features, there is a huge aquarium resembling an amphitheater. The height of its glass is 8 meters. It’s very comfortable to watch the flocks of mackerel and herring, as well as a huge shark … Read all

Hilton builds third luxury hotel in Kyoto
Hilton has announced that it will soon begin a project to build a new hotel in Kyoto. It will be located in the heart of the city, in the prestigious area of Sanjo-Kawaramachi. Guests will be able to easily reach all areas of interest in the dynamic city, many popular attractions and recreation areas will be within a walking distance from the hotel.
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Hilton has announced that it will soon begin a project to build a new hotel in Kyoto. It will be located in the heart of the city, in the prestigious area of Sanjo-Kawaramachi. Guests will be able to easily reach all areas of interest in the dynamic city, many popular attractions and recreation areas will be within a walking distance from the hotel.

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Sightseeing in popular cities of Denmark
Rosenborg Castle. Every day at 12 o'clock one can watch the guard changing. The guard marches from Rosenborg Castle to Amalienborg. Rosenborg was built in the beginning of the 7th century. Outside the castle is surrounded by beautiful canals and a cozy park. Inside the castle one can see rooms with marvellous paintings, ceramics and jewellery of the Danish Royal family, including the crown of Christian V. The dining room is decorated with fantastic wall carpets with the image of the glorious … Read more

According to the chronicles of the 17th century, which have survived in Denmark, a small settlement called Helsinborg existed on the site of the modern city already in the 70s BC. However, there is no proof of this fact. First mentions of the Danish town in books date back to the 30s of the 13th century. At that time, King Valdemar II was the ruler in the country. Its market was the main source of income for the new town – local people were mostly selling fish there. The first church in the … Read more

An equally interesting cultural facility is the Danish Railway Museum, the largest museum of its kind in Scandinavia. Opened in 1918, it was originally located in Copenhagen, and in 1975 it was moved to Odense. Today, its guests can see unique model railway layouts, ferries, and trains; the museum presents 15 antique vehicles. Today the museum covers 10, 000 square meters, and its most valuable exhibits are considered 19th-century locomotives. Among the religious monuments is Saint Hans … Read more

Archaeologists assume that Ribe was founded no longer than in the 8th century. King Horik II of Denmark allowed Saint Ansgar to build a small church in the settlement approximately in 860. This event was mentioned in the manuscripts, and that is the earliest discovered mention of the Danish town in the historic documents. During the Middle Ages, Ribe was a prosperous merchant city that was at some point the main port of the Danish kingdom. In 1043, Wends invaded the area and became the new … Read more

In Aarhus, you will find one of the world's most popular amusement parks - Tivoli Friheden. The history of this park began in the year 1903. Today it is one of the most famous theme parks in Denmark, which welcomes visitors 7 months a year. Tivoli is a multifunctional cultural center that has a modern concert hall, a first-class cinema, a chic park with fountains and picnic areas, as well as many other unique rides for children and adults. The park is not only aimed at families with children - … Read more

One of the city's most beautiful architectural monuments is Jens Bang's House built in 1624. The house belonged to a wealthy local merchant, whose name it still bears. The majestic building is a vivid example of the Dutch Renaissance, its facade has managed to preserve many unique original elements of decoration. Currently, the historic building is a venue for various official and solemn events; on its ground floor is the city's oldest pharmacy that was opened more than 300 years ago. The … Read more

According to historic documents, many of which are very old, the first mentions of Roskilde date back to 980. The Danish settlement got its name after the legendary King Roar who supposedly lived here at the beginning of the 6th century. The king did much for the development of the town, and so it was decided to immortalize the Danish ruler and call the city after him. Roskilde was the capital of Denmark until 1443. Besides that, it was the main religious and trading center of the country. … Read more

Art lovers will definitely like the Trapholt Museum for Moderne Kunst, which presents paintings of various periods. This museum is often used for various art exhibitions and cultural events. The entrance to most of them is absolutely free. Nature lovers will certainly like the Botanical Garden. It is considered one of the most interesting and largest in Denmark. Currently in the park, tourists can see a lot of rare plants brought from different parts of the world. In the garden, there are … Read more
