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The hippies themselves in the early ’60s did not disappear completely. There are still a handful of them who build their homes with environmentally friendly materials, they are painted with graffiti, smoke marijuana, ride bikes and are vegetarians. If you want to find them, you can do in Christiania, a self-governing district located in Copenhagen, the capital of Denmark.

Want to know how it all started, why are located there and how is your lifestyle? Would you like to know this area by far exotic? This and more after the jump.

Remontémosnos to 1971, the Danish army barracks abandoned the city center and a hippie squatter movement decided to live and stay in the 22 hectares of land abandoned military. Since then made this neighborhood a common project, seeking alternative lifestyle, away from the consumerist and materialistic society. Thus, little by little began building houses, opening shops, restaurants, and more all under the original hippie philosophy. In Christiania the grass is sold by weight and prohibits private property.

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The Danish capital Copenhagen is the largest city in Scandinavia and one of the major cities of Europe. It is a metropolis of first line, but with characteristic charm the idiosyncrasies of the Danes, as well as respect for its own assets, have preserved in perfect condition, returning to Copenhagen a place to enter the knowledge of the history of Denmark .

Cum-administrative center, cultural and trade of Denmark, Copenhagen has not abandoned its original features and combines in an intelligent and attractive buildings of modern architecture with its traditional cobbled streets lined, pedestrian meandering through the city, places beautiful and narrow lanes.

This returns to Copenhagen a perfect place to pursue Danish and Scandinavian culture, as everything comes together for a better appreciation of old buildings, bars and cafes classic picturesque towers between everything about the culture of the nation, all surrounded by a context that respects their identity and place, without passing over the past with the present.
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One of the things I like all the tourists when visiting Denmark can go shopping and brought the country’s typical things, souvenirs and other objects and items they can find. Today I help you to know that you can find and bring some items for the whole family as typical of Denmark. A good place to do so by the diversity of existing stores and their variety is Copenhagen, where you can find just about everything you can imagine.

One of the things here are typical flowers and more specifically the margarita. Is a symbol of their country and many queens have taken this name. It is very appreciated and you will not last long but can always find a great diversity of this beautiful flower. Another thing typical of Denmark is the pottery that is very popular among tourists and is of high quality. Read the rest of this entry »

Hotel Alexandra is located near the municipality of Copenhagen, the Tivoli Gardens and easily reached on foot of the longest pedestrian shopping streets in Europe.

Hotel Alexandra is located in the heart of Copenhagen City Hall Square. Alexandra is beautifully decorated in classic Danish design furniture Retro. The hotel is 100 years old and is lined with Danish art. When you see will be a delight for your eyes. Its long history and tradition provides guests an opportunity to experience personal warmth. The Alexandra Hotel has rooms available free of allergens for those who require it. The Hotel Alexandra includes in its services, dry cleaning, laundry, room service, TV, Internet. The Hotel Restaurant – KBH Bistro offers French cuisine accompanied by a selection of wines, why is also called the Wine Bistro. Read the rest of this entry »

The construction of Kastellet was initiated in 1626 by the Danish King Christian IV to enhance the safety of the defensive wall of Copenhagen. Nowadays, although still have a military use, is one of the sights of Copenhagen. Kastellet Nearby stands the statue of The Little Mermaid.

Christian IV was planning to build a castle on this site, but finally the project was not carried out due to lack of funds.

Frederick III Christian IV’s successor, continued the construction of the fort, which was the first line of defense against enemy attacks directed from the sea.

The engineer Henrik Ruse finally rebuilt and extended the fortification, which was completed in 1663 and was renamed Citadellet Frederikshavn. Over time it was known simply as Kastellet. Read the rest of this entry »

Denmark is one of the world’s oldest monarchies, and it has left its clear traces in the form of unique palaces and gardens.

The royal palaces
Several of the Danish castles used today by the Danish royal family. In the middle of Copenhagen is Her Majesty Queen Margrethe II’s home in the winter half-year, Amalienborg, with its four almost identical rococo mansions around the monumental castle space. Two of the mansions are partially open to the public.

In Zealand, it is beautifully situated Fredensborg Palace where the royal couple-holder for the summer. The castle is normally open to tours in high summer. Other royal palaces are released for other use and is home today public institutions, government and parliament, museums, etc. Read the rest of this entry »

Do not be surprised if during your stay in Denmark you meet someone dressed as a Viking and have a chilled pilsner beer, because there are lots of parties and Denmark who have this kind of fun! Come spring, when most of this festival in Denmark going. And in March Bakken, unique in the world’s oldest amusement park, begins with much enthusiasm and revelry. Many traditional events will begin in April, starting with the Queen’s Birthday celebration, so catch the royal family make a public appearance on their balcony at Amalienborg, while watching the impeccably dressed in traditional guardsman and the royal family.

A folk festival in Denmark, Copenhagen, Carnival, stroll through town squares in May. It is a picturesque and colorful feast for families. And for adults and children should visit one of the many Jazz Festival in Denmark in June. Read the rest of this entry »

Overview and some practical information that can be helpful when planning a trip to Denmark.

Denmark is in northern Europe between the North Sea and Baltic Sea. It is one of the three Scandinavian countries.

The country consists of a peninsula (Jutland – Jutland) and 406 islands!

The capital of Denmark is Copenhagen (Kovenhavn) and is located on the island of Zealand (Zealand)

The official currency is the Danish krone. In some establishments accept cash payments in euros, but it is advisable to always use the local currency.

The official language is Danish. Most Danes speak English fluently, especially in major cities. In rural areas we can find stores who only speak Danish.

Electricity in Denmark is 220 volts / 50 Hz

The wall sockets will usually be compatible with connectors of the type CEE 7 / 16 (Europlug Unearthed 2.5 A/250 V) used in most European countries, including Spain, for low power devices.

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Copenhagen:
# This is a capital of Denmark, is the largest and most cosmopolitan city in the country.
# Has the pedestrian who has the record for being the longest in the world: Stroget.
# Admira your channel, branded the Nyhavn Canal.
# In the Palace of Ameliengord, Rococo style, you can see the changing of the guard (if we are lucky enough that the Queen is in the Palace).
# Be sure to visit the Vor Frue Kirke Cathedral, the baroque style. Even recommend you climb the tower of the church in order to see the magnificent view of Denmark.
# The National Museum and the Museum of Copenhagen are two of the most interesting museums to visit.
# If you want to see diminished your budget you should only enter the Tivoli amusement park (in the center of the town) because it’s expensive, but highly recommended pace.
# Above you can not leave without visiting Copenhagen The Little Mermaid, located at the pier, going on foot or by ferry prepared for that need.
* Copenhagen has the characteristic of having anything interesting in a very small radius, hence to a walk and get lost (like the Latin Quarter and to listen to any music show that will surely be some).

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