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Erthlomene Islands —

Ertholmene is an archipelago made up of three main islands and is commonly known under the name of its largest island Christiansø. Christiansø has a three-classroom school, a jail turned hotel, and a museum that was once Christian V's old fortress. With a population of about 100, the islands remain a tight-knit community.

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Rubjerg Knude Lighthouse —

Aggressive sand drift and coastal erosion led to Rubjerg Knude Lighthouse's abandonment in 1968, leaving it looking like the last standing remainder of a ghost town. Although hiking conditions are tough, it's worth going to see this dramatic view while it's still there -- the lighthouse will be consumed by the sand and sea within a decade.
Rubjerg Knude, Strandfogegården, Langelinie 2, Rubjerg, 9480 Løkken, Denmark; +45 9624 1050
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Rubjerg Knude Lighthouse —

Originally built as King Christian IV's country summerhouse in 1606, Rosenborg Castle was transformed into a museum in 1838. Sitting right outside the ramparts of Copenhagen, the castle houses cultural treasures such as Denmark's Crown Jewels and the Danish Crown Regalia.
Rosenborg Castle, Øster Voldgade 4A, Copenhagen 1350, Denmark; +45 3318 6055
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Kim Wyan

Jammerbugt —

Known as The Bay Denmark, Jammerbugt is made up of white sand beaches that stretch along the coast.
More info: www.visitdenmark.com
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Søren Laurldsen

Egeskov Castle —

This 450-year-old building is famous for being Europe's best-preserved Renaissance water castle. It's surrounded by moats and includes beautiful gardens that are home to 104 different plant species. The gardens won the Europe Garden Award in 2012.
Egeskov Castle, Egeskov Gade 18, 5772 Kværndrup, Denmark; +45 6227 1016
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Bornholm Smokehouses —

The island of Bornholm is famed for its signature dish of smoked herring, making the Bornholm Smokehouses a fishy success story.
With distinct tall white chimneys and pungent aroma, the smokehouses are hard to miss, but are worth a visit for herring fans.
More info: www.visitdenmark.com
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Lennard Nielsen

Dyrehaven —

A little north outside of Copenhagen, Dyrehaven was once a royal hunting ground created by King Frederik III. Now this beautiful combination of forests and grassy fields has become a popular public picnic and recreational spot filled with deer.
Dyrehaven, 2930 Klampenborg, Denmark; +45 3997 3900
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Frederik's Church —

Frederik's Church features the largest church dome in Scandinavia and is one of Copenhagen's most popular landmarks.
Frederik's Church, Frederiksgade 4, 1265 Copenhagen, Denmark; +45 3315 0144
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Nicolai Perjesi

Roskilde Cathedral —

A 30-minute train ride out of Copenhagen stands the 12th century Roskilde Cathedral. The Gothic-style cathedral holds the world record for royal church burials -- 46 to date -- and was designated a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1995.
Roskilde Cathedral, Domkirkepladsen 3, 4000 Roskilde, Denmark; +45 4631 6565
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Søren Laurldsen

Your Rainbow Panorama —

Offering an alternative perspective on Denmark, the 150-meter Your Rainbow Panorama circular walkway perches on top of the ARos Aarhus Art Museum and is made of panels of glass the colors of the rainbow.
ARoS Aarhus Art Museum, Aros Allé 2, 8000 Aarhus, Denmark; +45 8730 6600

Claes Bech-Poulsen

Den Gamle By —

Den Gamle By, or The Old Town, is the world's first open air town museum. Made up of 75 historical buildings from 20 different Danish towns, the museum immerses visitors in Danish life from the 1800s to the 1970s.
Den Gamle By, Viborgvej 2, 8000 Århus C, Denmark; + 45 8612 3188
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Skagen —

Situated at the northernmost tip of Denmark, Skagen has been favored by artists and hip youngsters for years. Activity options in Skagen range from getting toes sandy in one of Europe's largest sand dunes to trying the catch of the day at a seafood restaurant.
More info: www.skagen-tourist.dk
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Cees Van Roeden

Koldinghus Castle —

After being burned down in 1808, the ruins of Koldinghus inspired many artists and poets until they were fully restored in 1991. The castle now functions as a museum containing historical and cultural collections.
Koldinghus Castle, Markdanersgade 11, 6000 Kolding, Denmark; +45 7633 8100
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Dorte Krogh

Tivoli Gardens —

Before Disneyland Paris was even a glint in Mickey Mouse's eye, there was the Tivoli Gardens. Tivoli was Walt Disney's inspiration for Disneyland and, as the second oldest amusement park in the world, has outlasted many other historic European theme parks. The 169-year-old attraction has rides, live music, and even hosts weddings.
Tivoli Gardens, Vesterbrogade 3, 1630 København V, Denmark; +45 3315 1001
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Nyhavn —

Three centuries ago, boats from all over the world would dock at Nyhavn. Today the old port is a trendy and popular area to grab a drink and listen to jazz in the sun. Visitors not only have the opportunity to enjoy "the longest bar in Scandinavia" but can also take canal boat rides to soak in the picturesque atmosphere.
Nyhavn, Nyhavn 1-71, 1051 København K, Denmark; +45 3312 3233
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Ireneusz Cyranek

Copenhagen Opera House —

Clad with maple wood, limestone, and 24-carat gold leaf, the Denmark's national opera house is one of the worlds most modern and expensive opera houses ever built.
Copenhagen Opera House, Ekvipagemestervej 10, 1438 København K, Denmark; +45 3369 6969
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Nicolai Perjesi

Fredensborg Palace —

The Fredensborg Palace was built in 1719 and is mainly used as a venue for the royal family's important events. The palace's French Baroque-style garden grounds are one of the largest historical gardens in the country.
Fredensborg Palace, Slottet 1B, 3480 Fredensborg, Denmark; +45 3340 3187
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Kasper Thye

Christiania —

Military barracks turned squatter commune, the controversial neighborhood of Christiania was conceived as autonomous society. It's a complicated history with the government over the years, but tourists love experiencing the infamous "free town's" artsy cafes and bright mural painted houses while the faint scent of marijuana lingers in the air.
Christiania, Pusher Street, 1440 København, Denmark; +45 3131 1435
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Kim Wyon

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