Copenhagen is a Vibrant City

Copenhagen is the capital of Denmark and themusic and theatre, most of it free for visitors,
countries largest city. The seat of the nationaland an amusement park. Lanterns in the trees
parliament, the government, and the monarchy.and bushes create a unique ambience.
The original designation for the city, from whichSeveral of Copenhagens museums enjoy a
the contemporary Danish name is derived, wasdeserved international reputation for their rich
merchants harbour. The English name for the citycollections and inventive temporary exhibitions.
is derived from its German name, Kopenhagen.The biggest museum is Nationalmuseet, but there
The element hafnium is named after the citiesare plenty more specialised museums such as the
Latin name, Hafnia. It is a vibrant, modern cityjhusmuseet and Teater Museet.
with a long and fascinating history, having beenCopenhagen has a thriving theatrical scene,
the capital of Denmark for close on 600 yearscentred around the Royal Theatre on Kongens
and home to the oldest resident monarchy in theNytorv, where, uniquely, world class ballet, opera
world.and theatre companies coexist, but the theatrical
Copenhagen is a vibrant, modern city whosescene also embraces everything from live
fascinating past coexists with the very latestcomedy to musicals.
trends in architecture, design and fashion. This is aThe night life is rich and varied and, as you would
city that presents its myriad attractions against aexpect from this most hospitable of cities, very
waterside backdrop that helps make it of one ofwelcoming. Whether your taste is for cosy bars
the most beautiful cities in northern Europe.and cafes, or live music and cutting edge clubs,
A major attraction in Copenhagen is theCopenhagen has a place to suit your taste.
Copenhagen Tivoli Gardens located in the centreFor decades Vesterbro had a reputation for being
of the city. This unique amusement park,the roughest neighbourhood in town, but it has
established in 1843, offers a fine mix of wild rides,enjoyed a certain coming of age with
games, restaurants and entertainment suitable forCopenhagens avant garde over the past decade.
all ages and occasion.Today, Vesterbro is a cosmopolitan district, with
Tivoli Gardens is usually top of everyones list ofhalal butcher shops and organic grocers sharing
places to visit. It is a beautiful, romantic park withspace with trendy design shops and kindergartens.
a wealth of high class restaurants and stages for