Copenhagen, the capital city of Denmark, holds a
wealth of magnificent attractions and exudes an undeniably captivating
charm; in fact, Copenhagen was recently ranked as one of the world's
best cities to live in. But what is it that makes this city so amazing?
There’s really only one way to find out – that is by paying a visit to
Copenhagen yourself!
There is a great deal to see in Copenhagen,
and there are a variety of ways in which to experience it all. You
might like to take a guided bus or walking tour for a comprehensive
excursion; however, it's also a great idea to hire a bike and sightsee
at your own pace. Some of the city's main attractions include the old
port of Nyhavn, Copenhagen City Hall and the Rosenborg Castle. However,
if you're looking to escape towards the city's more serene settings,
you could head to the peaceful Tivoli Gardens or to Bellevue Beach
instead. Another must-see attraction - and undoubtedly one of the most
famous in Copenhagen - is the harbour's Little Mermaid statue, which is
a monument to fairy-tale writer Hans Christian Anderson.
For
visitors interested in the arts, Copenhagen boasts a number of museums,
galleries and theatres. Among the most popular are the Royal Museum of
Fine Arts, The Royal Theatre, the Glyptotek Art Museum and the
Frilandsmuseet open-air museum. Copenhagen is also well known for its
music scene - particularly jazz, and the city even hosts an annual
festival - called the Copenhagen Jazz Festival; with its unparalleled
splendour, it attracts countless people.
If you love shopping,
you'll have a field day on Stroget - a pedestrianised shopping street
in central Copenhagen. The street is also known for providing free
entertainment - in the form of music, magic, juggling and more -
particularly between the Nytorv and Hojbro Plads. And for anyone who
loves to try different foods, Copenhagen boasts an impressive array of
cuisines - but don't forget to try traditional favourites such as
"smorrebrod" and the renowned freshly baked danishes!
If you're considering a holiday, you'll find a number of hotels in Copenhagen city centre, where you can be close to the city's top attractions. Or,
if your trip to Copenhagen is business-related, you could choose to
stay near the airport instead. You'll also find that most hotels
conveniently offer meeting rooms and conference halls for groups of all
sizes. However, rest assured that whatever your reason for travelling
to this wonderful city may be, you're guaranteed to be taken aback with
its culture, beauty and sheer magnificence.
Martin McAllister is a freelance online journalist. He lives in Scotland.
