COPENHAGEN

Copenhagen was founded between the years 1160 and 1167 by the counselor of King Valdemar called Bishop Absalon. During the years 1160 and 1167, the Isle of Slotsholmen was built to protect the city. These steps led to the foundation of the Danish capital, Copenhagen. Due to its profitable harbor facilities, the city grew extremely fast in the twelfth century. Copenhagen castle was built on the remains of the Absalons castle in the year 1417. In the year 1449, Copenhagen got its first king, King Christian and the "Royal House of Oldenborg" dynasty was founded. The first central station was built in the city in the year 1847 and at that time it served a thirty kilometers railway line. At present, Copenhagen is known for the quality of life that the people enjoy here.

Copenhagen people have shown great amount of interest in art, culture and music in the past and this has definitely made the cultural heritage extremely rich. The "Royal Danish Opera" and the "Danish National Symphony Orchestra" are the real gems that have made the culture of the city glow.  The "Royal Ballet" is also an integral component of the city's culture.

Sightseeing in Copenhagen

Being a compact city, Copenhagen has many tourist attractions that make the sightseeing experience fabulous. Hearts of the city are the various lakes and the harbor area. Some of the must visit places for tourists in the city are Radhuspladsen which is the City's Hall Square, Kongens Nytorv which is New Square of the King, castle of Rosenborg, Slotsholmen Island, Royal Library and the Opera House.

The various things that tourists can do while they are in the city include having a luscious  meal at Era Ora, Kong Hans Kaelder or Noma, enjoying the night life at Zoo Bar, Isola Rock Music Club or Charlies Bar, go out for shopping at Magasin du Nord, Interstudio Shop or IIImus Bolighus.

Airlines flying to Copenhagen

Scandinavian Airlines, Air France, British Airways, Lufthansa,offer very cheap airline tickets to visit Copenhagen

Passport and Visa requirements for US Citizens

U.S. citizens are required to present a valid passport that has at least one blank visa page and the passport should not expire within six months of the last day you are in the country. U.S. citizens are not required to secure a visa in advance of travel to the country. You may stay in the country without a visa for a stay of up to 90 days