“The world’s longest pedestrian street,” “the longest shopping in Europe” – if these aren’t words that would interest any visitor to Copenhagen then nothing else will. Situated between Raadhuspladsen and Kongens Nytorv is the carfree-zone of Stroget, a favorite haunt among locals and a popular site for tourists. It is said that the area has about 250,000 foot traffic per day, which peaks during the summer. […]
The capital city of Denmark boasts of a number of impressive museums and one of its gems is the David Collection in Kronprinsessegade. Borne from the private art collection of one man – businessman, avid art lover and collector Christian Ludvig David – the museum holds fine and applied art from all over Europe in the 18th and 19th centuries. What it is most known for however is its vast collection of Islamic art that dates from the 7th to the 19th centuries.
The neo-classical building which houses the museum has a history in itself. […]
The Danish Monarchy is one of the oldest surviving royal houses in the world, dating back to the 10th century to Gorm the Old of the Vikings. Originally it was an elected monarchy but because the actual practice was that the eldest son of the current monarch was elected, it was changed to a hereditary monarchy. Constitutional monarchy was created in the mid-19th century and a century later, the Act of Succession paved the way for female members of the royal family to accede the throne. […]
Denmark has produced some of the world’s finest athletes who have competed in the World Olympic Games since it started in 1896. It has reaped over 170 medals, with most of them in team sports such as sailing, handball and rowing. This year, Denmark is represented by 113 athletes in 17 disciplines. Get to know some of the best Olympic athletes in Denmark: Wilson Kipketer. […]
The TrollBeads World Tour has finally visited its place of origin — Denmark. The tour will officially end on Saturday, July 28 and a farewell event will take place at the Beladagio Home & Garden Gift Gallery. For the upcoming send-off celebration, guests will be treated to Danish food and music and some unique Trollbeads specials. Those interested to own some beautiful beaded jewelry such as the 52-bead set from 13 countries, you still have a change to get them at great prices. […]
This year’s Olympics will see Denmark with its largest delegation after 16 years. For the 2012 summer games, the Danish contingent will be composed of 112 members, all fit and well trained. This will be the country’s biggest delegation since the Atlanta games in 1996. […]
Denmark’s official delegation to the 2012 Summer Olympics are not only ready with their sports skills and energy but also with their wardrobe. While the athletes have been preparing for months and years for this most awaited international sports event, the people tasked to design the uniforms of the players had also been busy designing and creating since last year. […]
There’s nothing like being brought back to the olden days when you’ve visiting a new city or country. In Denmark, you can have an opportunity to experience Medieval Europe this August. Horsens will play host to the European Medieval Festival on August 24 to 25. This is going to be the event’s 12th year in Horsens so if you’re heading to Denmark, make sure not to miss it. Don’t worry about tickets as the festival is free for everyone. […]
How would you like to pamper yourself the Asian way in a spacious spa? You can experience this right in Denmark’s capital Copenhagen. The place to go to is the Ni’mat Massage & Spa. This Asian luxury spa is in an 850-square-meter area and is Copenhagen’s oldest. Being in the business for 12 years, this place has modern facilities that help make every client feel pampered from the time they get in until they leave. […]
History buffs and those into Viking culture would know about Trelleborg, one of the six Viking ring fortresses and the first ever to be discovered in Denmark. Located in Northwest Zealand near Slagelse and straddled between two streams, the fortress is said to have been built around 900 A.D. by Harald I, son of Gorm the Old. It is basically a circular fortress with two roads crossing at right angles and four gates which are connected by wooden blocked streets intersecting at the center of the fortress. […]
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