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Welcome to
Copenhagen

Welcome to Copenhagen, the cultural capital of northern
Europe and birthplace of hygge. A charming, compact city
where opulent palaces stand shoulder to shoulder with
modern architectural masterpieces, the Danish capital
can be experienced in a multitude of different ways. With
Eyewitness Top 10 Copenhagen, it’s yours to explore.

Copenhagen has royal credentials that are clear the moment you
set foot on the city’s cobblestone streets, with magnificent palaces,
castles and churches dominating the skyline. But even with its regal
past (it’s home to the world’s oldest monarchy) casting a long
shadow, Copenhagen remains a dynamic, modern city with much to
offer even the most museum-wary traveller – from world-class
restaurants, hip nightlife and high-end boutiques to breathtaking
parks, urban beaches and cosy cafés.

It’s no coincidence that Denmark is often cited as the happiest
nation on earth. Danes may be direct – and their humour dry – but
they know better than most how to enjoy the finer things in life.
After all, hygge – the Danish lifestyle trend that loosely translates
into a feeling of warmth and cosiness – is now almost as popular
outside of Denmark as one of the country’s other great exports: beer.

Whether you’re visiting for a weekend or a week, our Top 10 guide
brings together the best of everything the city has to offer, from
vibrant Vesterbro to stately Slotsholmen and beyond. The guide
gives you useful tips throughout, from seeking out what’s free to
avoiding the crowds, plus seven easy-to-follow itineraries, designed
to tie together a clutch of sights in a short space of time. Add
inspiring photography and detailed maps, and you’ve got the
essential pocket-sized travel companion. Enjoy the book, and
enjoy Copenhagen.

Clockwise from top: Christiansborg Slot, the interior of Grundtvigs Kirke, houses on Nyhavn,
the Frederiksborg Slot gardens, ceiling of Marmorkirken dome, Amalienborg sentries, street
art in Christiania

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