Copenhagen

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The most exciting and amazing place for children to spend a fun-filled day, the Copenhagen Zoo houses over 3,600 animals with a species of 250. The oldest zoo in Europe is a very popular attraction for the 1.3 million tourists who visit Copenhagen every year. Address: Zoologisk Have, Roskildevej 32 Transport: Bus no. 6A - 18 and 26

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Royal Danish Library

Founded in 1948, the Royal Danish Library is known as the first public library. Also called the Black Diamond, due to its structure, the library was renovated and refurbished in 1999.

Copenhagen City Hall

Established in the late 18th Century, the Copenhagen City Hall is quite famous for its blend of Italian and Danish architecture.

Kongens Have

Also known as the king’s gardens, Kongens Have is as old as the 16th Century. 5 million tourists visit it every year. The place is spread over acres of greenery with rose-gardens and multi-sized sculptures.

Frederikshavn Citadel (Kastellet)

The oldest military was established in 1626 by King Christian IV. The old Citadel was refurbished and made into a church and a prison.

Little Mermaid

Based on a fairy tale by Danish poet and author Hans Christian Andersen, the Little Mermaid is a marvel of art, one of its kind and unique and continues to attract tourists.

Grundtvigskirken

Situated on a hilltop, the mere sight of the church is simply awe-inspiring. The church was built around 1921 and its yellow-white bricks make it seem as a golden temple in the sun.

Utterslev Mose Park

Spread 110 hectares of grassland, the park has three lakes accompanied by orchids, rhododendrons and reed beds.

The Assistens Cemetery

The cemetery was initially established in the 1760s has the graves of many famous Danish people. It still fulfills the purpose of a graveyard. However, many tourists come to pay homage to the deceased.

Parken Stadium (Copenhagen National Stadium)

The state-of-the-art stadium hosts soccer matches both nationally as well as internationally. The stadium has a capacity of approximately 50,000 spectators.