Introduction and details about Copenhagen

Introduction to the charming scenery of Copenhagen

Copenhagen (Danish: Koebenhavn) is the capital, largest city and largest port of Denmark. It is the political, economic and cultural center of Denmark. It is located in the east of Zealand, Denmark, across the Oresund Strait from Malm?, Sweden. Copenhagen is a famous city in Northern Europe and one of the most beautiful capitals in the world. It is known as the most fairy tale city. In the 12th century, Archbishop Absalon built a fortress in Roskilde, which later developed into the "Merchant's Port (Copenhagen)". Now an important port city, its romantic atmosphere attracts many tourists.

After the completion of the Oresund Bridge in 2000, Copenhagen and Malm?, Sweden, can travel by vehicle and railway, which has promoted the exchange of human resources between the two places. The number of commuters using the Oresund Bridge every year continues growing up. In addition, after the bridge is opened to traffic, the largest urban agglomeration in Northern Europe will be formed between the two cities.

In 2008, "Monocle" magazine selected Copenhagen as the "most livable city" and rated it as the "best designed city". Copenhagen is classified as a world-class city in the third category in the global city classification. In addition, Copenhagen was selected as the third "ideal city to set up corporate headquarters" in Western Europe, second only to Paris and London.

When the city of Copenhagen was founded, it was named "Kj?bmandehavn", which means "Merchant's Port". The English name comes from the Low German "Copenhagen", and the Chinese translation also comes from this. Historical evolution

In the 12th century, Bishop Absa of Roskilde built a fortress here and established the "Merchant's Port (Copenhagen)". It is not only the gateway to Denmark but also to Northern Europe. It is an important port city, and the romantic atmosphere permeating the whole city fascinates everyone who comes to visit. Tivoli Gardens and the Mermaid Statue can be said to be symbols of Copenhagen. There is also the world's first pedestrian street, Stroai, whose dazzling array of products will tempt even those who don't like shopping. It's not just shopping that's attractive. Visiting museums and art galleries and feeling the history here will make your trip more impressive. If you feel tired or hungry after walking, you can take a break at an outdoor cafe or restaurant. There are various restaurants in the central district of Copenhagen, offering not only traditional Danish dishes, but also delicacies from all over the world. Why not mingle with the locals and soak up the atmosphere of the capital?

Economy

Like other European cities, Copenhagen city center has many services, crafts and commercial enterprises. The headquarters of the world's largest fur manufacturer "Copenhagen Fur Company" is here. Most industrial enterprises are located on the outskirts of the city, and many industrial enterprises have been relocated to other regions and even foreign countries. Including three famous breweries in Copenhagen, some of their production parts were moved to Jutland.

Copenhagen is where most of the country's important food, shipbuilding, machinery, electronics and other industries are concentrated. Copenhagen is both a traditional trade and shipping center and an emerging manufacturing city. One-third of the country's factories are located in the greater Copenhagen area. The main industrial projects include shipbuilding, machinery, canning, brewing, etc. Local manufacturers such as East Asia Company, Bumister-Wynn Machinery and Shipping Company are world-famous. After 1950, industry and population moved to the suburbs, and the urban population gradually decreased.

Copenhagen is the political, economic and cultural center of Denmark, the largest and most important city in the country, and a famous ancient city. Copenhagen is also an important sea, land and air transportation hub in Northern Europe; there are trains and ferries to the Swedish port of Malmo. Denmark's political, economic and cultural center is also the country's largest military port and commercial port (free port). 30% of the national industry is concentrated here, including shipbuilding, machine manufacturing, metallurgy, chemistry, food processing and textile industries. Export meat and dairy products. It has the Academy of Sciences and the University (founded in 1478). The old city is arranged in a radial pattern with the central square as the core. The new northwest suburbs are separated from the old city by a lake. Geography Nature

Copenhagen is located on Zealandia, Denmark's largest island, across the sea from Malm?, Sweden. A small part of the city is located on the island of Amager. Please note that Copenhagen and Copenhagen County are two different things. Copenhagen does not belong to Copenhagen County, but is an independent city.

Geologically speaking, Copenhagen is located on a moraine layer left over from the Ice Age (most areas in Denmark are glacial moraine layers).

Copenhagen has a mild climate. It can be seen from the picture that the maximum temperature of the large thermometer is 30 degrees Celsius and the minimum temperature is minus 20 degrees Celsius. Copenhagen has never exceeded this temperature range in its history. Danes love nature, and the tourist poster "Mother Duck" designed by Danish painter Vig Veneber depicts a policeman blocking all traffic so that a mother duck can lead her ducklings across the road. Some people are so extreme that they don't even swat flies, thinking that "they also have the right to live." There are no too tall buildings in the city and the scenery is beautiful. Several municipalities offer free bicycles to tourists, financed by companies that advertise on the wheels. Climate

Copenhagen has a temperate maritime climate with mild seasons.

The highest average temperature in summer is about 22℃ (72℉) and the lowest is about 14℃ (57℉), while the low temperature in winter is about 0℃ (32℉). Rainfall is also very moderate, but it rains all year round. There is only a small amount of snowfall in winter. City

The city of Copenhagen is beautiful and tidy. The emerging large industrial enterprises and ancient medieval buildings in the city complement each other, making it a modern city with antique characteristics. Among the many ancient buildings, the most representative ones are some ancient palaces and castles. Christiansborg, located in the city center, is the oldest. Christiansborg was rebuilt after being burned down in 1794. In the past, it was the palace of the Danish kings and became the site of the Parliament and the *** Building. Kronborg Palace, built on a rock at the exit of the Oresund Strait, was a military fortress that guarded this ancient city in the past. It still retains the forts and weapons built at that time. In addition, the royal palace where the Danish king lives, Amalienborg, is also quite famous. The clock tower of Copenhagen City Hall is often crowded with curious visitors. Because there is an astronomical clock with complex mechanisms and exquisite craftsmanship. It is said that this astronomical clock is not only extremely accurate, but can also calculate the positions of planets in space. It can tell people: the names of the days of the week, the days and months of the Gregorian calendar, the movement of the constellations, solar time, Central European time and stars. Wait. This astronomical clock was built by a locksmith named Olson who spent forty years of hard work and a huge amount of money. Transportation and Aviation

Copenhagen International Airport is the most important air transportation hub in the Nordic region. More than 60 international airlines use the airport. Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) operates routes from China to Denmark including Beijing ( 7 times a week) and Shanghai (6 times a week), direct flights to Copenhagen Airport.

The airport is located in Kastrup (kastrup means airport and surrounding areas in Danish), 10 kilometers southeast of the city. It is built on the edge of the Oresund Strait and is only a short train ride from the center of Copenhagen. 12 minutes, 6 departures per hour, non-stop service 24 hours a day, one-way fare is 28.5 DKK. Taking a taxi from the city center to the airport costs approximately 190-250 kroner. Metro

Copenhagen Metro (Danish: Københavns Metro) is the urban rail transit system of Copenhagen and Frederiksberg, the capital of Denmark. The system has been in operation since 2002 and has 2 lines and 22 stations. After years of development and construction, the length of the MRT bus line has reached 184KM, and it is located in the sixth largest city in the world. Railway

Copenhagen’s railway transportation is very developed. You can take trains between cities. Tourists can buy 3-day and 7-day passes, or Copenhagen Card, which is much more affordable than a single ride. The train station is located at the Central Station in the city center with convenient transportation. There are many trains from Copenhagen to various domestic cities. Basically, there is no need to buy tickets in advance. You can just go directly to the station and wait for the train. On weekdays, it generally operates from 5:00 am to 00:30. On weekends, the first train in the morning will leave later than usual.

Some railway discounts include the following:

ScanRail Pass

Visit the four Nordic countries: Denmark, Sweden, Norway and Finland, which can be in 15 or 20 days Within the validity period, you can take a five-day trip to four Nordic countries by train without being restricted by time or location.

Group discount

Groups of 8 or more people can enjoy group discounts when taking the train together. Advance reservation is required. The latest reservation time is 3 p.m. the day before departure. Highways

Long-distance buses are mainly used to connect small and medium-sized towns that cannot be reached by trains and planes. The station is also Central Station located in the city center. For ordinary tourists, the most important routes are as follows:

Route 882: Copenhagen-Randers-Hobo-Jutland

Route 866: Copenhagen-O Hus-Aalborg Culture and Education

Copenhagen is home to the University of Copenhagen, the oldest university in Denmark, which was founded in 1479. The university's famous research areas include science, medicine, law, social sciences, technology and humanities. It is also a member of the International Alliance of Research Universities (IARU) and has research with well-known universities such as Oxford, Cambridge, Yale, and Berkeley in California. partnership. The University of Copenhagen attracts approximately 1,500 international and exchange students every year. In addition, there are well-known educational institutions such as Copenhagen Business School in the city.

University of Copenhagen

The University of Copenhagen is one of the oldest universities in Northern Europe. It ranks 51st in the latest 2013 QS World University Rankings. It plays an active role in establishing the economy and technology of Scandinavia, as well as training Danish clergy, doctors, lawyers, teachers and other professional talents. When the University of Copenhagen was founded, it was originally under the jurisdiction of the Catholic Church. In 1537, it was transferred to the Danish Lutheran State Church. Its main function is to cultivate clergy for the country.

It was not until the German university model was introduced to Denmark in the 17th century that the education system of the University of Copenhagen underwent major changes. Degree courses for bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees were gradually established, as well as related examination and internship models; more and more courses were offered, especially in the medical field. In terms of law and law, the development is very rapid, and the college is gradually taking shape. At the same time, important projects such as the library and teaching hospital of the University of Copenhagen were also built one after another, becoming the center of Danish higher education and scientific research. Entering the 20th century, the University of Copengen moved its development to the north of Copenhagen, where it established a new university hospital, a new library, a theoretical physics center, and a natural science center. University of Copenhagen

The University of Copenhagen is located at the crossroads of Northern Europe and the European continent. The history of the school over 500 years since its founding, from the disputes between the academic masters in the Middle Ages and the Holy See and the King, to the academic disputes between Bohr and Einstein, the two scientific giants in the first half of this century, constitutes a story of continuous exploration of truth, A history of educational entrepreneurship that pursues excellence, prospers culture, and develops civilization. The strong and fresh air of academic freedom that permeates here makes this ancient institution everlasting.

Royal College of Music

The Royal College of Music was founded in 1883 by the Prince of Wales (later King Edward VII) and was admitted as a member of the Royal Society. The president of the college is often a member of the royal family. Since 1952, the president has been held by Her Majesty the Queen Mother, who is the patron of the college.

The main building of the college is located in South Kensington. It was renovated in 1894 under the generous patronage of Mr. Samson Fox. The site now occupied by the main building was established by the Royal Exhibition Commission in 1851 committee members approved the use. The new school building was built in 1964, and the Britten Opera House is about to be completed. The college provides training and education for students who want to engage in performance or teaching, or prepare to pursue other careers in the music field. It provides practical teaching and academic lectures for instrumentalists, singers, conductors and composers. The college also provides room and board for potential teachers who prefer courses in the College of Education and seek musical training focused on improving performance skills rather than on college courses.

The college has 170 music teachers. The closing date for admission applications is early October and for foreign applications is early November. Music degree requirements: Performance courses (four years) are directed toward obtaining a diploma from the Royal Academy of Music; GRSM (distinctions) courses (three years) are directed toward obtaining a GRSM certificate and an honors degree. The Bachelor of Music (Honours) course (three years) leads to a Bachelor of Music (Honours) from the University of London. Post-Master's programs include in-depth studies, opera training, acoustic instruction, conducting, early music and a Master of Music program for composers. General courses include Alexander Technique, Listening Studies and Musicians, Composition, Conducting, Early Music, Electronic Music, Music History, Opera, etc. In terms of musical instruments, he teaches brass instruments, pipe organs, percussion instruments, piano, string instruments, phonation, woodwind instruments, etc. The school is a member of the European Federation of Music Schools.

Royal Academy of Fine Arts

In the early 18th century, European kings wanted to establish fine arts academies in order to be arty. This trend was first initiated by Louis XIV of France. He established the best academy of fine arts in Europe in 1648. However, it was not until 1738-40 that King Christian VI of Denmark was "infected" and decided to establish a painting and sculpture academy. Academy. In 1748, King Frederick V approved the construction budget of the Academy of Fine Arts, and the famous architect Nicolai Eigtved designed the academy building. On March 31, 1754, the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts personally presided over the opening ceremony, with a large number of achievements. Artists gathered in the academy. The Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts is affiliated with the School of Architecture, School of Visual Arts and School of Conservation, and is affiliated with the Danish Ministry of Culture. Sports

There are many different kinds of sports teams in Copenhagen. The football team Copenhagen Football Team (FC K?benhavn) is based in Copenhagen. FC Copenhagen plays its games at the Parken Stadium and has six teams competing in the Danish second division. Copenhagen also has three groups of ice hockey teams, namely R?dovre Mighty Bulls, Herlev Hors and Nordsj?lland Cobras.

Copenhagen also has many handball teams, and Copenhagen Football Club has two men's and women's teams with the same name. Rugby union is also regularly played in Copenhagen, with well-known teams including CSR-Nanok, Copenhagen Scrum, Exiles, Froggies and Rugbyklubben Speed.

The Danish Australian Football League (DAFL), based in Copenhagen, is the largest Australian rules football tournament in non-English speaking countries.

Copenhagen is also the base for many Danish cricket teams.

Although Denmark has been a member of the International Cricket Council since 1966, the sport is not popular in Danish physical education, and the number of fans, competition venues, and media attention are not as popular as football and other popular sports. Tourism

Introduction to attractions

"The sunshine is too clear in May, people are talking about cattle plowing on Shiro Island; the cherry blossoms are blooming, and the spring water is spraying to the sea level. The mermaid on the bay is dreaming, and in the museum The sculptures are as vivid as life; I have seen all the Nordic scenery, and the most beautiful people are in Danjing." Guo Moruo once wrote such a poem praising Copenhagen after traveling around the Nordic countries. The few words in the poem convey the vivid and moving scenery of Copenhagen, where the sun is shining brightly, the flowers are blooming in spring, and the mermaid statue is meditating quietly on the beach. Copenhagen is a city that combines classicism and modernity, full of vitality, passion and art. Andersen spent most of his life in Copenhagen, where he wrote many of his works. Copenhagen is home to castles, royal palaces, villages and manors full of fairy tale qualities. From the Old Palace, which is steeped in ancient history, to the Amalienborg Palace, which continues the legend of the royal family, they are all located next to each other in this city.

Copenhagen has many palaces, castles and ancient buildings. The city is full of rich artistic atmosphere, with many art museums such as the Akon Art Center, the Louisiana Museum, and the National Museum. From ancient classical art to colorful modern art, you can find rich displays here. In one city, antiquity and magic, art and modernity, nature and humanity, freedom and tranquility gather together. This is Copenhagen, a charming country. Attractions

There are three beaches in Copenhagen and neighboring counties. The total beach length is about 8 kilometers. It only takes about 30 minutes to ride a bicycle from the city center. Including the artificial island resort "Amager Strandpark" opened in 2005, only a 15-minute drive from the city center.

·Amalienb Palace

·Andersen Cemetery (Assistens Cemetery)

·Arken Museum of Modern Art

·Old Stock Exchange (B?rsen)

·Church of Holmen (Church of Holmen)

·Copenhagen Opera House (Copenhagen Opera House) < /p>

·Danish Design Center

·Christian ***

·Copenhagen Zoo

·Statens Museum for Kunst

·Danmarks Nationalbank

·Frederik *** Palace < /p>

·Gefion fountain

·Kronb Castle-Hamlet’s castle in Helsing?r

·Mermaid statue (The Little Mermaid)

·Louisiana Museum of Modern Art

·National Museum of Denmark

·New Carlsberg Art Museum (Ny Carl *** erg Glyptotek)

·Nyhavn (Nyhavn)

·Rosenb Castle (Rosenb Castle)

· Roskilde Cathedral (Roskilde)

· Round Tower (Rundet?rn)

· Tivoli Gardens (Tivoli)

· University of Copenhagen of Copenhagen)

·DR City (DR Byen) Food

Copenhagen has a lot of restaurants, a kind of "open" called "***?rrebr?d" Sandwiches are one of the most common traditional local delicacies. Copenhagen*** has 11 restaurants with Michelin stars. Among them, "Noma" restaurant was selected as the tenth among the top ten best restaurants in the world, and received one Michelin star, making this restaurant a two-star Michelin restaurant. In addition, readers of TripAdvisor, a well-known international travel website, selected Noma as the best restaurant in the world.