Travelogue
Denmark has one of the happiest human populations in the world. After my visit, I easily realized why. Denmark, one of the pearls of Scandinavia, has always managed to attract travel lovers with its level of prosperity, livability, nature and rich values. I am quite happy to be able to visit and travel this beautiful country. Copenhagen, the capital of Denmark is the most populated city. I can literally say that it was the most aesthetic city I photographed. That characteristic feature of this city comes from the side by side colored buildings and pleasant views they create, the canals pass through the city and make a great harmony with all of them. Also when you meet the cute ducks walking around the canals of Copenhagen, you won’t stop yourself to take plenty of pictures.
Even though Copenhagen has its own metro line, it is so easy to discover the city on foot. Copenhagen is way smaller than the other European cities.
Between the canals, in lovely parks and vibrant streets.. Every step you take, you will feel that you enjoy walking in this city more than ever before in your life. Also cycling is one of the best ways scouting Copenhagen. You will feel Amsterdam even for a moment!
Besides all of this, you can join a canal tour and start to enjoy plenty of city views while on the water.
Nyhavn & Christianshavn are the most famous canals. Especially Nyhavn is the most known place in the city; with multicolored buildings on the right and left, wooden ships and the cozy restaurants offering jazz music, Nyhavn has become an iconic tourist attraction. In here you can easily spend hours watching the surroundings and the people passing by.
Copenhagen is a favorite photography location for photographers. Both amateur and pro, it is one of the perfect choices. For me, Copenhagen is among the first countries I have been with my digital camera. I learned so much about photography, thanks to lovely streets, canals which offering me beautiful views. Wherever I was, I absolutely found something to shoot. So when it comes to photography, Copenhagen is a total inspiration. For me, Copenhagen is the 2nd place after Japan where my hands were busy.
Copenhagen streets has definitely deserve a special paragraph. I am pretty sure you will never figure out how the time passed while you are walking. That is why you should give at least a half day to explore just for the streets. Of course you can not see all of them, but here are the most famous and photographed streets: Charming Magstræde, Olufsvej where the place make you say I wish I live here, Blågårdsgade containing lots of restaurants and bars with full of music, comfy Elmagade, Overgaden Oven Vandet lying beside Christianshavn, Amagergade with orange-red buildings, Jægersborggade; one of the most coolest streets of Copenhagen, the long Strøget, the intersection of Sankt Peders Stræde and Larsbøjrnsstræde streets.
Be sure to stop by Nørrebro and Vesterbro; lively neighborhoods of Copenhagen, for resting your legs, feeding your empty stomach and tasting local food and having a good time. Recharge in Østerbro, a serene and the most greenery area of the city which has many peaceful parks and bike paths.
If you have plenty of time for Denmark, don’t leave the country without visiting lovely Aarhus, Aalborg and Odense.
Copenhagen awaits you with its relaxing vivid views and this city will create a smile on your face. Even if you don’t come here happy, you will definitely find happiness in Copenhagen.
*For more photos, you can check out my photography album via Charming Colors of Copenhagen.
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Local Guide
Although Copenhagen is a small city, it homes various important values and structures. Make sure to visit many of them.
NYHAVN: The most picturesque area of the city, with old wooden ships, historical buildings and restaurants. It comes to life especially after sunset, when the evening lights turn on and make a beautiful harmony with the colors around.
CHRISTIANSHAVN: It is the most known canal after Nyhavn and covers an area much more than it does. Colorful buildings, reflections which appearing in a calm day, the waters where many boats and little ships line up side by side and a neighborhood that make you feel relax. After Nyhavn, Christianshavn will connect you to the city even more.
VOR FRELSERS KIRKE: One of the famous churches of Copenhagen, Church of Our Saviour, is known with external spiral staircase. It has a marvelous view with 360° panorama of the city.
RUNDETÅRN: Located in the central, the Round Tower is a 17th century astronomical observatory. It is one of the important historical monuments of Copenhagen which has an upward spiral corridor. Even though the views from the terrace are quite beautiful, the visitors shouldn’t skip to photograph the interior.
AMALIENBORG: It is the home of the Danish Royal Family, as it was in the past. In the square, watch the changing of the guards and learn about history of Danish royal life in the museum. In he center of the square, there is a historical statue of King Frederik V, the founder of Amalienborg.
FREDERIKS KIRKE: Known as Marmorkirken (The Marble Church), located very close to Amalienborg. It has an elegant exterior with its green Dome & beautiful facades and impressive interior with amazing details.
STRØGET: It is the main shopping area in the city and one of the most longest pedestrian street in Europe. You can take lovely pictures in Amagertorv, the most populated central square of Copenhagen.
THE LITTLE MERMAID: The bronze sculpture made by Edvard Eriksen and inspired from Carl Jacobsen’s fairytale, about a mermaid who gives up everything to be with a young prince on land. Every day she rises to the surface from the bottom of the sea, sits on her rock in the water, and hopes for her beloved prince to see him. It is a major tourist attraction and one of the most iconic statues in Copenhagen.
KASTELLET: It has one of the most beautiful aerial views of Copenhagen for sure! Constructed in the form of a pentagon with bastions at its corners, The Citadel is a fortress. Nowadays Kastellet is a historical public park with lots of greeneries even though it hosts various military activities in the past. You can also visit St.Alban Church located near of Kastellet.
ROSENBORG SLOT: Although the other castles in the world generally has their places very far from their cities, Rosenborg Castle located in the center of the city. The elegant garden is so pleasant and the area is one of the best places to chill out. It was built by Christian IV, one of the most known Scandinavian kings.
COPENHAGEN OPERA HOUSE: The building is designed by Henning Larsen and many talented artists. It is very modern and one of the most expensive opera houses.
COPENHAGEN CITY HALL: Situated on City Hall Square, is the headquarters of municipal council. There are many guided tours which you can discover the interior building. You can also enjoy a city view from the tower, in one of the tallest structures in Copenhagen.
THE LAKES: I can literally say that it is the most peaceful area in Copenhagen. It amazingly tranquil at any time of the day. You can make your way to do your morning exercise, walk, just sit on a bench and view the area, enjoy time your beloved ones, feed the swans and even just relieve stress.
NYBODER: The yellow-orange colored, aesthetically lined barracks of Copenhagen. Visually in harmony and absolutely deserving to be photographed, Nyboder was designed and built by Christian IV.
GRUNDTVIGS KIRKE: One of the hidden gems of Copenhagen, just 15 min drive from the city center. The both interior and exterior architecture of Grundtvig’s Church is simply breathtaking.
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