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The Little Mermaid Statue
The Little Mermaid statue is one of the most visited and recognizable landmarks in Copenhagen. Inspired by the famous fairy tale written by Hans Christian Andersen, the small bronze statue sits on the rocks along the waterfront, drawing visitors from around the world. What stands out when visiting the Little Mermaid is just how modest […]
Nyhavn
Erin and I found ourselves standing along the canal at Nyhavn in Copenhagen, taking in this familiar scene. This row of colorful houses stretched along the water, each one distinct, yet forming a complete picture. This is Nyhavn. Nyhavn was constructed in the 1670s under King Christian V as a commercial port, dug by hand […]
Rosenborg Castle
While Erin and I were visiting Copenhagen, we toured Rosenborg Castle and stepped directly into Denmark’s royal history. The castle was built in the early 17th century by King Christian IV, one of Denmark’s most ambitious monarchs. Originally constructed as a summer residence in 1606 and later expanded into the Dutch Renaissance-style castle that stands today. […]
Hans Christian Anderson
When Erin and I visited Copenhagen in 2017, this large bronze statue of Hans Christian Anderson, fondly reminded us of so many of the childhood stories we shared. Anderson is Denmark’s most beloved storyteller, and he is seated on a tall chair as if he is ready to share a story in the middle of […]
