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Tomorrow (April 16) is the 82nd birthday of Queen Margaret II of Denmark, as the first empress of Denmark, she is deeply loved by the people, and her birthday is like Denmark's national day, and the real national day (constitutional day, June 5) is "snubbed".
In addition to the beauty of fairy tales, there is so much to look forward to in this country! The capital, Copenhagen, is one of the hippest and most approachable cities in Europe, while Aarhus, which has won the "European Capital of Culture" and the "European Capital of Gastronomy", attracts backpackers from all over the world.
From 1 March 2022, entry restrictions in Denmark have been relaxed. This means that travellers who have been vaccinated or have been infected with the new coronavirus can enter Denmark without testing or quarantine.
In addition, the blue sea and blue islands, the hard-to-hide artwork and the blessing of new Nordic cuisine add to Denmark's charm. Still hesitating, let's take a dip in Denmark with the LP!
Copenhagen
COPENHAGEN
Shop and dine in the coolest capital of Northern Europe
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Copenhagen is the coolest place in Northern Europe, it is more avant-garde than Stockholm and more sophisticated than Oslo. As the capital of Denmark, its existence makes Scandinavia infinitely mysterious. This thousand-year-old port city has always retained its best appearance (think copper-clad architectural spires and cobbled squares).
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It's also a place of innovation and cutting-edge: the streets are lined with hip-hop shops, cafes and bars, world-class museums and art collections, smart new buildings and no less than 15 Michelin-starred restaurants.
Tivoli Gardens
Tivoli Gardens
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Dating back to 1843, Tivoli has won a cult following for its fantastic entertainment spinning cars, shiny pavilions, carnival games and open-air stage performances.
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In fact, the most romantic moment in Tivoli is after nightfall, when fairytale lights are lit, cultural events ensue, and the neighboring Town Hall Bell Tower is bathed in moonlight, you'll feel as if you've stepped into a Classic Disney movie.
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Newport
Nyhavn
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On a sunny day, there's no better place to sit down than the outdoor table at a café by the Newport Canal Pier. The canal was built to connect the King's New Square with the port.
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The canal has long been a frequent destination for many sailors and writers, including Hans Christian Andersen. While living there on the 20th, he created works such as "The Tinder Box", "Little Klaus and Big Klaus" and "Princess Pea".
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Danish Design Museum
Designmuseum Denmark
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The 18th-century Frederiks Hospital is today the famous Danish Design Museum, a must-visit for lovers of arts and crafts and industrial design.
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The collection is extensive and includes Danish textiles and fashion, as well as masterpieces by modern innovators such as Kaare Klint, Poul Henningsen and Arne Jacobsen.
Torvehallerne KBH
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Torvehallerne KBH Food Market has become an essential stop on Copenhagen's gastronomic route. The market is housed in a tall glass and steel structure, with a large, well-lit interior and no less than 80 stalls selling food and produce.
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People rave about the fresh, delicious and handmade food, and the market's beautiful stalls sell everything from seasonal herbs and berries to bacon, seafood, cheese, open sandwiches, fresh pasta and hand-ground coffee.
Mikkeller Bar
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There are low-hanging lights, pale green floors and 20 barrel beers. The revered Mikkeller is a banner in the world of craft beer, with beers including Mikkeller's acclaimed, homegrown varieties and exotic liquors from craft breweries around the world.
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Here you can find beers ranging from tequila barrel-ripened Shitao to fruit beers blended with grapefruit. Bottled wines are equally of high quality, and with cheese and snacks, you can feel the essence of foam.
Zealand
ZEALAND
Come to life on Denmark's largest island
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Denmark's largest island brings you more than just Copenhagen's chic glamorous. To the north of the city are some of Denmark's best sandy beaches and the most impressive castles.
Kalundborg Palace
Kronborg Castle
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This UNESCO World Heritage-listed attraction is famous for its use as Elsino Castle from Shakespeare's Hamlet.
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The castle is a huge Renaissance masterpiece, crowned with a baroque vernal spires, surrounded by moats, fortifications and a sturdy Vaubanesque star-shaped bastion that you can visit at will without a ticket.
Roskilde Cathedral
Roskilde Cathedral
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The red-brick cathedral with its two elaborate spires is one of Denmark's most outstanding architectural masterpieces and has become the best place to showcase Danish architecture in 850 years. As the royal tomb of Denmark, 37 kings and queens are buried here and is now on the World Heritage List.
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Fredensborg
Frederiksborg
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Standing on the shores of the beautiful Slotsø moat, this tall and mighty Dutch Renaissance castle palace is one of the most impressive buildings in Denmark. No entrance fees are required to enter the expansive central courtyard and beautiful and well-groomed park with Baroque gardens.
Bornholm
BORNHOLM
Soak up the warm sunshine and cycle through this stunning island
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As Denmark's sunniest territory, Bornholm is isolated in the Baltic Sea, 200 kilometers east of Copenhagen (the island is closer to Sweden and Poland than mainland Denmark).
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Nature must have been in a good mood when it created this Pearl of the Baltic Sea, which is why it gives the craggy cliffs, lush forests, white sandy beaches and pure light that fascinates the painters.
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Equally popular are the historic smoking houses and the growing team of food traders who use local produce to spark their creativity.
Niles Rotunda
Nylars Round Church
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Built around 1150, the Niles Rotunda is the best-preserved and most accessible rotunda in Rønne. The stone pillar in its center is decorated with exquisite frescoes from the 13th century, the oldest on the island of Bornholm. The work depicts scenes from the creation myth, including the expulsion of Adam and Eve from the Garden of Eden.
Cycling
Go Cycling
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Bornholm is ideal for cycling excursions, with 235 kilometres of bike trails spread throughout the island. Some bike lanes have been converted from former railways, some of which run through the forest, while others go hand in hand with the main road.
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At the Visitor Information Counter, you can receive a free brochure "Welcome to the Bike Island", which indicates the cycling route and describes the attractions along the way.
Kadeau
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Local produce and specialty ingredients, combined with Michelin-starred cooking, make for Kadeau. The two-Michelin-starred restaurant has cemented its position as one of Scandinavia's top new Nordic restaurants.
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Whether it's a clear soup of pickled scallops drizzled with clams, or a surprising combination of toffee, French sour cream, potatoes, radish and elderberry, each dish is imbued with a rich Nordic flavour, flair and landscape, as well as extraordinary creativity and skill.
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Jutland
JUTLAND
Satisfy both artistic pursuits and taste buds in the capital of two materials
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Jutland is picturesque, with windy sand dunes, busy harbours, beautiful lakes and thatched-roofed villages. It's also home to top art galleries, an abundance of outdoor adventures, Denmark's oldest town, endless family-friendly attractions and the low-key, charming second-largest city, Aarhus.
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In 2017, Aarhus was awarded the "European Capital of Culture" and the "European Capital of Gastronomy" (the latter jointly awarded to Aarhus and the Central Region of Denmark).
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Aarhus
ARoS Aarhus Art Museum
AroS Aarhus Art Museum
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The Cubist Red Brick Walls of the Aarhus Art Museum feature 9 floors in a continuous curve, tall spaces and white walls, and showcase works from the Golden Age, Danish Modernist works and a large number of vivid and eye-catching contemporary art.
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The icing on the cake for the museum is the spectacular Your Rainbow Panorama, where you can see the colorful city views through the colorful glass panes of this 360-degree rooftop walkway.
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OliNico
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At OliNico you have to fight for a sought-after table. This small delicatessen-cum-restaurant has a menu of traditional dishes at great prices. The daily change of the 3-course dinner menu is perhaps Aarhus's most secret culinary secret.
Lion's Book & Wine Café
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The bookstore, wine house and café is a cozy setting filled with shelves lined with books and old furniture, with many regulars reading and tapping on keyboards. Occasional poetry readings and live music performances add to its cultural atmosphere. The concise snack menu is just right to fill the writers' momentary inspiration.
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Jelling
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Yelling is a historically important silent town revered as the birthplace of Danish Christianity, monarchy and everything in Denmark, and was inscribed on UNESCO's World Heritage List in 1994. The town is to some extent seen by the Danes as a spiritual touchstone, and almost everyone visits it at some point.
Church of Yelling
Jelling Church
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Inside this white chapel built around 1100 AD, there are some clearly restored 12th-century frescoes; however, the main attraction is two well-preserved Runestone carvings: the larger stele erected by Gorm's son Harald I, depicts one of the oldest depictions of Christianity found in Scandinavia, recognized as the "Danish Birth Certificate".
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Skagen
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Skagen is located at the northernmost tip of jutland, on the border between the Baltic Sea and the North Sea. With its glittering artistic heritage, fresh seafood, picturesque neighbourhoods and classic and unique character, the sum of them creates the most playful corner of Denmark.
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The temptation of sunlight attracts many painters from afar, and sometimes the mix of colors of the sky, sea and sand can easily amaze and stir the soul.
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Skagen Museum
Skagens Museum
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This marvelous gallery showcases outstanding works of art made by Skagen from 1870 to 1930.
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The artists present the centuries-old fishing life of the inhabitants of Skagen in a romantic artistic way. Their works vividly and vividly express profound allegories and develop into the internationally renowned "Skagen School".
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Esbjerg
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Esbjerg has a "wilderness bordertown" temperament – a new city that has risen from developed oil, fishing and commerce. The commercial center is in the western part of the city, up to the oil fields on the North Seashore, but the ferry route with the United Kingdom was suspended in 2014.
People who watch the sea
Man by the Sea
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Esbjerg's most interesting landmark, the "Man Who Watched the Sea": 4 non-realistic white figures 9 meters high, sitting stiffly, staring out at the sea. They are centennials of Danish sculptor Sven Wieger for the city in 1995 and have long been a striking backdrop for people's vacation photos.
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Lego House
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The LEGO House opened in the Heart of Billund in 2017 and in the most prominent part of the building centre is a 15-meter-tall "Tree of Creativity", made of 6.3 million LEGO bricks.
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The do-it-yourself "Experience Center" is perfectly designed to build 21 giant LEGO brick models. It is known as the "House of Building Blocks" and features top museums to showcase the history of the company, in addition to exhibition areas and a roof terrace.
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