Copenhagen Zoo Since you are here anyway, why not discover

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Copenhagen –
The Short Story
Copenhagen is the Capital of Denmark, and with it’s 1,3 million
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inhabitants it only marginally smaller than the Swedish Capital,
Stockholm.

The City was originally a Viking fishing Village and dates as far
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back as the 9th century.

During the reign of King Christian the 4th (1588-1648),
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Copenhagen became a significant regional center in
Scandinavia.

In recent times, Copenhagen has seen a strong urban and
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cultural deveploment due to massive investments in cultural
facilities and infrastructure.

Since the completion of the transnational Øresundsbridge in

2000, Copenhagen has become increasingly integrated with the
swedish city Malmø, growing into the combined metropolitan
area known as Region Øresund.
Since you are here anyway,
why not discover:
The Little Mermaid

An evening in 1909 Carl Jacobsen, founder of the Carlsberg Breweries, attended the
Roya l Theatre to see The Little Mermaid, a ballet based on the fairy tale by Hans Christian
Andersen. Deeply moved by the performance, he subsequently commissioned the
sculptor Edvard Eriksen to create a statue of this ravishing mermaid. Edvard Eriksen had
his wife pose as a model, and The Little Mermaid was presented at Langelinie waterfront
23 August 1913 as a gift to the city. Every year her birthday is celebrated with balloons,
music and mermaids.
Since you are here anyway,
why not discover:
Tivoli Gardens

The gates to the famous old Tivoli Gardens, an enchanted world of beautiful tree-lined
pathways, theatres, open air stages, restaurants, cafés, and attractions ranging from
monstrous rides, that will twirl and spin you around, to gentle children's rides. The gardens
display a wealth of flowers, and at night thousands of lights sparkle from the trees. Open
since 1843, Tivoli is one of the world's oldest amusement parks – and a must when you
visit Copenhagen.
Since you are here anyway,
why not discover:
Christiania

Christiania, the famous freetown of Copenhagen, is without a doubt one of Denmark’s
most popular tourist attractions. Christiania was founded in 1971, when a group of people
cut a hole in the fence to the military barracks in Bådmandsgade. Today many of the

original settlers still live in the collectively controlled village, and the area has a clear 70s

feel to it. The area can be considered quite rough and dodgy. According to Copenhagen
police the area around Pusher Street is controlled by organized criminal groups. The
residents themselves have adopted to a set of rules for security reasons, which they
strongly advice visitors to abide by. They discourage visitors to photograph, run and talk
on the phone in the area, especially in and around Pusher Street.
Since you are here anyway,
why not discover:
Strøget

Copenhagen's largest shopping area is centered around Strøget in the heart of the city.

Strøget is the world's longest pedestrian street with a wealth of shops, from budget-
friendly chains to some of the world's most expensive brands. The stretch is 1.1 kilometers
long and runs from City Hall Square to Kongens Nytorv. Strøget is a nickname from the
1800s and covers the streets Frederiksberggade, Nygade, Vimmelskaftet and Østergade.
Since you are here anyway,
why not discover:
Nyhavn

Nyhavn, meaning New Haven, was originally a busy commercial port where ships from all

over the world would dock. The area teemed with sailors, ladies of pleasure, pubs and
alehouses. Over the years the beautiful old slanted houses were gradually renovated and
classy restaurants started popping up. In summer Nyhavn is a popular hangout for dining
and drinks. If you do not like the prices, but do like the locals then simply buy a beer from
a nearby store and rest your feet at the quayside.
Since you are here anyway,
why not discover:
The Royal Danish Guard

The Royal Danish Guard patrols the royal residence Amalienborg Palace and serves the
royal Danish family. The guard marches every day at 11:30 from Rosenborg Castle
through the streets of Copenhagen to Amalienborg Palace, where it executes the change
of guards at noon. When the Queen is in residence, the guard is accompanied by the
Royal Guard's music corps.
Since you are here anyway,
why not discover:
Dyrehaven

Tired of the pulsating city? Then hop on the S-train to Klampenborg, and within two
minutes from the station you are in the cultivated forest known as Dyrehaven. Originally a
hunting reservoir founded by King Frederik the 3rd in 1670, the beautiful natural habitat
north of Copenhagen is today more than a thousand acres and offers thirteen different
entrances. You have more than a good chance of seeing Red deer, Fallow deer and Sika
deer in their natural environment.
Since you are here anyway,
why not discover:
Copenhagen Zoo

Copenhagen Zoo has more than 3,000 animals from around the world and a total of 264
different species. And regardless of the weather outside, a hot humid climate awaits you in
the rain forest of the Tropical Zoo. The Zoo also features Europe's greatest Children's Zoo
where kids can pat the pygmy goats, meet the tame rabbits and the snakes. The Zoo is
home to architect Sir Norman Foster's amazing elephant house, Dall Lindhardtsen A/S's
hippo house, and a new Polar Ring for the polar animals will open soon.
Since you are here anyway,
why not discover:
Lousiana Museum of Modern Art

Louisiana has gained a reputation as a museum in touch with the zeitgeist of the
contemporary art world all the while never neglecting the obvious and established names
that draw in the crowds. Besides the impressive permanent collection with over 3,500
works, the museum has 8-12 special exhibitions annually. When hunger sets in, you can
either enjoy a great Nordic lunch at the museum café or in the magnificent sculpture
garden with a view across the sound to Sweden.