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Landmark Buildings

Børsen
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MAP K5 • Børsgade • Not open
to the public
The stock exchange is remarkable
for its tower with a striking spire
design. The three crowns at the top
of the building represent Denmark,
Sweden and Norway.
Rosenborg Slot
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This lovely, turreted
Renaissance castle was built by
Christian IV. Now a royal museum,
its collections and interior provide a
vivid picture of the monarchy over
the centuries. The crown jewels are
in the basement (see pp16–17).
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Entrance to the Rundetårn Regensen
Built by Christian IV in the
Rundetårn
1 17th century as a student hostel,
This curious Round Tower was Regensen still retains that function
built by Christian IV and affords a today (see p18). Unfortunately, most
wonderful view over the city’s old of the original building was burnt
town. It also has a popular gallery down in the city fire of 1728, but it
that holds innovative, changing was rebuilt shortly after.
exhibitions (see pp18–19). Christiansborg Slot
Den Sorte Diamant
2 6
This Neo-Baroque palace,
built in the early 20th century, is the
The Black Diamond (see p64)
was built by architects Schmidt, seat of the government and the fifth
Hammer and Lassen. It houses the palace to have been built on the site.
National Museum of Photo graphy, Visit the ruins of the first two castles,
the Queen’s Hall concert space, an the theatre and stables and the State
exhibition area and Søren K, a smart Rooms (see pp32–3).
restaurant. The shiny tiled exterior is
Frederiksborg Slot
highly reflective and a favourite photo 7
opportunity for the boat-trippers This beautiful, grand
floating past (see p12). Renaissance castle is a short train
ride out of Copenhagen. Christian IV
Frederiksborg Slot was living here when he fell ill and
demanded to be taken to Rosenborg,
for his last few days. Don’t miss the
castle’s ornate chapel (see p100).

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