To move, to breathe, to fly, to float. To gain all while you give. To roam the roads of lands remote. To travel is to live.
Hans Christian Andersen
We spent four wonderful sunny days in Copenhagen.
Opened in 1843, Tivoli Gardens is the second oldest amusement park in the world.
The light show in the evening.
The Louisiana Museum of Modern Art
A trip on the ferry.
The Marble Church
Rosenborg Castle
The Carlsberg Brewery
A symbol of Copenhagen and a tribute to Hans Christian Anderson is the statue of the Little Mermaid who turned her back on the sea.
The city is gaining a strong reputation for its dynamic cuisine and we were not disappointed. We had one of the best meals of the trip which included this crayfish salad with so many ingredients that we forgot them all.
One of the most unique things about Copenhagen is the commune of Christiania. While we can't advocate the neighbourhood's anarchist ideals after just a short visit, it was inspiring to see a simple, peaceful and alternative way of life within a major city.
Christiania residents enjoying the sun by the banks of the Stadsgraven (Church of Our Saviour in the background).
Our visit to Copenhagen was very fortunate for two reasons. Firstly, the weather was amazing at around 25°C every day. The locals made the most of this rarity by wearing very little in parks, streets and even a bridge.
Our second piece of good luck came with the fact that our visit coincided with the Copenhagen Carnival. There were colourful parades in the street...
..and live entertainment in the Fælledparken.
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