The old harbor of Nyhavn is called the heart of Copenhagen. The colorful houses on the embankment remember G.H. Andersen, who managed to live in almost every one of them. Nowadays, rooms are rented not only in houses, but also in medieval ships moored in the harbor. The street is full of various souvenir shops and cafes.

The summer residence of the Danish kings was built according to all the rules of Renaissance architecture. Today it is a castle museum, which houses the treasures of monarchs, attributes of power, large collections of paintings, porcelain, etc. On the territory of the palace park there is a cafe, a puppet theater, you can see a statue of Andersen.

The northernmost point of Denmark is famous for the fact that two seas meet here – the Baltic and the Northern. To see a completely visible border, you need to walk along the spit, often overcoming a sandy snowdrift. Bathing in this place is strictly prohibited due to strong leaks. In the 15th century, a lighthouse was built on the shore, which is still in operation. Another attraction of this place is the church –a warning to those who build their house on sand, not on stone. The whole floor of this building was covered with sand, and the parishioners left it.

The Ehresund line connects Denmark with Sweden, is a highway and railway. The construction includes a bridge, an artificial island and an underwater tunnel. It has a length of more than 7 thousand m. The fare is paid – about 46 euros. The opening of the bridge in 2000 was attended by King Carl Gustaf and Queen Margaret.

The Church of Christ the Savior is easily recognized by the unusual appearance of the tower, which is somewhat similar to a cake. Gradually, the steps leading from the inside come out in the form of a spiral, gilded staircase. At the top, a spire with a sphere and a four-meter statue of Christ sparkles. The Savior holds a banner in his hand. This is the main temple of Copenhagen, which, among other things, is unique with an active organ of 17 b and a carillon of 48 bells.

Having opened its fabulous gates in 1843, Tivoli (Aarhus) became one of the first amusement parks in Europe. From May to September, cheerful music and children's laughter do not stop, street artists give free performances. In addition to extreme entertainment, there is a pantomime theater, a huge hall for classical music, celebrities often perform. During the day, Tivoli is drowned in flowers, and at night in fireworks.

One of the most unusual panoramas proposed by the authors and employees of the Museum of Art is to look at the city through the multicolored glass of the rainbow halo above the roof of the building. ARoS is a major center for installations of creative experiments by contemporary artists. A five-meter sculpture of a boy squatting by artist Ron Mueck has become a kind of business card of the museum.

The two towers of this magnificent cathedral have always attracted Danish artists who painted views of Denmark. The temple became a repository of the spirit and history of the Danes, the country's monarchs were buried here for almost a thousand years. Many tombs are real works of art. The first wooden church on this site, according to the evidence of the found runes, was built by the first king of Denmark, Harald the Blue-Toothed, back in Viking times. The cathedral has preserved carved benches of the 15th century, an elaborate altar and bas-reliefs.

King Carl Jacobsen not only created the well-known Karlsberg beer trademark, but also established an amazing museum in Copenhagen, which has no equal in Europe. The glyptothek has a large collection of sculptural paintings of antique, Roman, Egyptian, and Etruscan patterns. Extensive collections of works by Rodin, Degas. The second floor is occupied by a collection of paintings by great masters: Van Gogh, Monet, Cezanne, Gauguin.

In the small town of Billund, the Danes created a wonderland - LegoLand. Every child has heard about it at least once in his life and dreamed of getting there. The park occupies 100,000 sq. m. m and consists of 8 zones. To build it, the creators needed about 50 million cubes. For the youngest, a soft-coated Hollow area is open. There is a steam train running through the fairyland, there is a children's driving school, its own operating fire station, which also consists of light cubes.

The famous king brewer Carl Jacobsen became the founder of the museum in Frederiksborg Castle in Hillered, which made the life and history of the Danish kings tangible for the curious public of tourists. This palace is a kind of symbol of the monarchy, which has never been interrupted in Denmark. In the center in front of the castle is the fountain of Neptune. The walls are richly decorated with sculptures, columns, bas-reliefs. All the monarchs of Denmark were crowned in the chapel of the castle.

The first written mention of Denmark as a state was found on runestones that are kept in the snow-white church of the city of Elling. Scientists attribute the inscriptions on the stones to 955. A large stone was erected by King Horus in honor of his wife Tyra, and the second by his son Harold, who baptized Denmark. Currently, the stones are dressed in glass sarcophagi to preserve them from destruction.

Shakespeare made the city of Elsinore famous all over the world by settling Hamlet in Kronborg Castle. Thanks to the playwright, the Crown Castle became the castle of Hamlet, Prince of Denmark. Legends say that another Prince of Denmark, the hero Ogier, the keeper of his native land, sleeps in the cellars of Kronborg Castle. In case of danger, he will come to life, he will rise from sleep and protect his people.

The oldest amusement park in 1538 was built on the Klampenborg Market Square at the Royal Deer Park. Today, the organizers are trying to preserve it in the style and spirit of the Middle Ages. As many centuries ago, the audience is amused by the tricks of Pierrot, circus artists. After riding a bike, you can look at the grazing deer in the Deer Park. Admission is free.

The symbol of Copenhagen and the whole of Denmark, the Little Mermaid from Andersen's fairy tale has become a favorite of the townspeople. Few people are not familiar with the sad, and at the same time life-affirming, story of this touching heroine. In 2013, it was 100 years since she appeared in the port. Edward Eriksen made the sculpture especially for the beer king Charles, after His Majesty was impressed by the production of the same name in the theater.

The greatest collection of paintings, sculptural compositions of the museum has 9,000 priceless exhibits of global significance. Titian and Rubens, Rembrandt and Michelangelo, Picasso and Durer, Matisse and Modigliani, a huge variety of sketches, sketches of other famous artists. The initiator of the creation of the collection was the court caretaker of the Chamber of Arts G. Morel.

The pearl of the Baltic Sea, Bornholm Island is famous for its excellent beaches and mild climate. Cherries, apricots and walnuts grow here, and the residents are skilled glassblowers. The island surprises with a variety of landscapes. Mountains, fields, forests, hills and even dunes of white sand will delight the most sophisticated travelers. Round churches and windmills have become the hallmark of the island.

The snow-white cliffs of the island, reflecting, dilute the blue of the sea. It seems that the artist outlined Me with blue paint. The steep banks stretch for 6 km and rise to a height of 128m. The highest place was called the Queen's Throne. Swallows and swans fell in love with the island. There are 20 species of orchids growing freely here, which are protected by local laws.

In the botanical garden of Aarhus, there is an open-air city museum. The creators brought here old houses from all over Denmark, recreating them anew in the smallest detail. Cobbled narrow streets, a mint, a port, mills, workshops that operate and offer to buy products, "residents" dressed in old clothes – as if you are transported to the distant past…

18 islands have an autonomous status in Denmark. All of them are of volcanic origin. Picturesque pictures of green hills, grazing shaggy sheep, houses with green grass roofs – it is difficult to imagine more idyllic pictures. Even grass grows on the roofs of concert halls. Residents raise sheep and fish. The only thing that spoils the impression of the Faroese is the bloody celebration of killing dolphins.