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HuskMitNavn in Palestine

If you found yourself in Palestinian territory in April last year and saw a group of youngsters enthusiastically painting and making grafitti on the walls, we hope you weren’t be alarmed – class was just in session.
In April 2012, the elusive street artist HuskMitNavn visited Palestine to take in the culture, see the sights, and teach a class of vibrant students to try their hands at street art. He also came face to face with the infamous West Bank Wall, and just like any brave and self-respecting street artist would, he left his mark and his thoughts on it. […]

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Middelfart

The name may not sound pleasant but the town of Middelfart (which means “central passage”) is everything nice and charming lying on the island of Funen in the eastern part of Jutland. Archaeological records show that Middelfart has been a settlement even during the prehistoric times while the name Maethelfar first appeared in the Danish Census Book in the 13th century. During the Middle Ages, it was the seat of royalty where the Royal Castle of Hindsgavl was the site of historical milestones before it was destroyed in 1694. […]

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Ilulissat Icefjord

Ilulissat literally means “icebergs” in the Greenlandic Inuit language, and in this tiny town in western Greenland in the Kingdom of Denmark can be found one of nature’s wonders, the Ilulissat Icefjord. Named into the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2004 what makes the fjord very interesting is its strategic location – as the sea mouth of one of the fastest moving and active glaciers in the world, the Sermeq Kujalleq (also known as the Jakobshavn Isbrae glacier) in the Disco Bay Area. […]

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Langeland

Another dreamy vacation destination in Denmark is the island of Langeland, situated in the Baltic Sea between two other scenic islands, Funen and Lolland. Langeland Island which is also a municipality is home to 13,500 inhabitants and the birthplace of famous Danish scientist Hans Christian Orsted and statesman Anders Sandoe Orsted. There is a bridge that connects the quaint island to Tasinge and there are also car ferries plying along the islands of Lolland, Aero and Stryno.
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Gilleleje

Jewish people in Europe would hold this charming fishing village in the northernmost point of Zealand in a very memorable place in their history. During World War II, Gilleleje was one of the towns where Danish Jews were saved from the Holocaust and transported to Sweden. The Jews were hidden in the holds of the wooden fishing vessels owned by some of the fishermen in Gilleleje who risked their lives and their families’ as well. […]

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Fakse

Planning to head out of Copenhagen for the weekend but don’t want to go too far from the city? Just a train ride away from the capital city is the historic and scenic town of Fakse (or “Faxe”) in the island of Zealand east of Naestved. While it is widely known for its 63-million year old fossilized coral reef, Fakse boasts of plenty of other entertaining activities and interesting must-see places enough to fill a weekend getaway.
For nature lovers, Fakse offers a diverse landscape worth exploring either on foot or by bike. […]

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Aero Island

Beware city-dwellers who come to this sunny island in the Baltic Sea by the south of Denmark – once you have discovered the simple, serene pleasures of being in this amazingly picturesque place you may not want to go back to your stressful routine back in the city. Aero, or the “Ship in a Bottle Island” is as quaint and rural as you can get – amid a scenic landscape of verdant hills and peaceful beaches are small villages with cobbled streets, medieval churches, windmills and thatched cottages. […]

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Jammerbugten

Looking for a holiday destination in Denmark where your whole family can enjoy leisure activities suited for different ages? Check out Jammerbugten (“Jammer Bay”), hailed as one of Denmark’s top 20 “Tankesteder” or natural beauty spots. It is situated in Northern Jutland and it is an outdoor paradise for all ages. Surrounding Jammerbugten are cities and towns that offer countless opportunities for unforgettable fun and relaxation – from camping, bathing in child-friendly beaches, cycling and hiking, golf to dining and sightseeing. […]

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The Marguerite Route

If you’re planning on a holiday in Denmark and are not pressed for time, consider renting a car and taking a pleasant drive through the Marguerite Route or the Daisy Route. It is a 3,450-km long tourist route that will take you through over a thousand of Denmark’s attractions, big and small. […]

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Holstebro

At the heart of West Jutland’s cultural, economic and social life is the dynamic region of Holstebro. Even though it is generally surrounded by heath lands, Holstebro enjoys the unique advantage of having a diverse natural environment. To the west is the North Sea and stretches of white sandy beaches while lying at the eastern areas are open spaces of green and hilly lands graduating to the gentle waters of Limfjord. […]