Copenhagen The City of Spires

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Copenhagen, the capital of Denmark, is aptly nicknamed the City of Spires because of the countless spires of churches and castles dotting along its horizontal skyline.

These spires are in fact a perfect preview of the city and its many notable structures of impressive architecture. However, beyond these remarkable structures are plenty of other offerings that Copenhagen has in store for its visitors.

For a glimpse of the old Copenhagen and a taste of its lively culture, you won't go wrong with the harbour front of Nyhavn. The beautifully restored storefronts, charming restaurants and boutiques found in the area, were in fact old merchant houses and brothels.

The outdoor seating at restaurants are perfect spots for people watching. The colorful reflections of the lights on water and the harmonious bobbing of countless anchored boats are also a sight to see in Nyhavn.  Venture into surrounding areas and you just might chance upon a music performance or a pulsating party of multi-cultural participants.

From Nyhavn, a short walk will lead you to the famous street of Strøget.  Although Strøget  is famous for the shopping spree that usually takes place in the longest pedestrian street for shopping in the world, it should not be missed even if you have no intention of parting  with your money for expensive brand merchandise.

A stroll along this street will take you past many of Copenhagen's major attractions such as the Church of Our Lady, the court house at Nytorv Square, the Stork Fountain and the Christiansborg Palace (which can be seen across the canal).

There are also plenty of street performers in the area, usually at the Amagertorv Square where musicians, magicians and acrobats will vie for your attention in exchange of a few coins.

Copenhagen also has plenty of beautiful gardens that should be a delightful experience to anyone who appreciates the verdant splendor of blooming plants and towering trees. There is the Royal Library Garden and its water sculpture, the Botanic Garden and its century old trees and roses, and the Dyrehaven in Klampenborg where you can ride a horse-drawn carriage to the Eremitage Castle of King Christian VI.

The Small Gardens in Pile Alle are idyllic for those wanting to grab a bite of traditional Danish foods and a few mugs of beer. Of course, do not forget to pass by the Tivoli Gardens, which is also considered one of the oldest amusement parks in the world.

Copenhagen features two remarkable museums that are a must visit for history buffs. The National Museum is housed in a palace of King Frederik V that dates back to 1746. The museum allows traveling in time through its collections and innovative accompaniments of light, sound and sight.

For those who can't resist art collections, a visit to the Louisiana Museum of Modern Art is worth the 40 kilometers drive north of Copenhagen. It usually features exhibitions of internationally renowned modern artists. On top of this are more than 3,000 notable works in its permanent collection.

Finally, Copenhagen has its share of sandy beaches where visitors can work on their tan if the weather permits. Copenhagen's three beaches also provide harbour baths which are recreational bathing facilities. The most famous of these baths and perhaps the most interesting is the one in Islands of Bygge.

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