City Photos News Denmark/Copenhagen

Spring in Copenhagen

Tue, 7 Jul 2009 03:30:59 +0000

Spring in Copenhagen.
Copenhagen, Denmark, photo by Inga.

Statue of Frederick V

Tue, 7 Jul 2009 03:30:55 +0000

The equestrian statue was commissioned by Moltke, as Director for the Danish Asiatic Company, and it was made by French sculptor Jacques-Francois-Joseph Saly. Work began in 1753, and the foundation stone was laid in place in 1760 at the 100 year celebration of political absolutism in Denmark. The statue was finally unveiled in 1771, five years after King Frederik V's death in 1766. Statue of Frederick V is located at the centre of the Amalienborg Palace Square..
Copenhagen, Denmark, photo by Inga.

Royal Guard

Tue, 7 Jul 2009 03:22:43 +0000

Ceremony of the changing of the guards, the 'Vagtparade' at Amalienborg square.
Copenhagen, Denmark, photo by Inga.

Royal Guard

Tue, 7 Jul 2009 03:22:37 +0000

The Royal guard are on duty at the Amalienborg palace. There main function is to protect the queen and the other members of the Danish Royal family everyday there is a changing of the guard it normally starts around 11.30 but its around 12 before they actually enter the palace square. The Amalienborg has been the home to the Danish royal family since the 1790s. The palace is made up of four almost identical rococo mansions. They were designed by the architect Nicolai Eigtved..
Copenhagen, Denmark, photo by Inga.

Changing of the Guard at Amalienborg Palace

Tue, 7 Jul 2009 03:04:06 +0000

Changing of the Guard at Amalienborg Palace.
Copenhagen, Denmark, photo by Inga.

Royal Guards at Amalienborg Palaces

Tue, 7 Jul 2009 02:54:53 +0000

During September to April, Amalienborg Palace, is the winter home of the Danish royal family. During this time it is possible to see a full changing of the Royal Guard. The Royal Guard march, to a military band, from the barracks at Rosenborg Castle (the home of the Crown Jewels) in the King's Garden, through the streets of Copenhagen to perform the changing ceremony at Amalienborg Palace. The whole changing ceremony takes almost an hour. The Guard set off from Rosenborg Castle at 11:30am and arrive at Amalienborg Palace at noon. A reduced ceremony takes place during the rest of the year when the royal family are not in residency. .
Copenhagen, Denmark, photo by Inga.

Amalienborg palaces - Christian IX's Palace

Tue, 7 Jul 2009 02:54:49 +0000

Christian IX's Palace is also known as Schack's Palace. It is the southeastern palace, and has been the home of the royal couple since 1967. Building work was commenced in 1750 by Eigtved, and was supervised first by architect Christian Josef Zuber and later by Philip de Lange. It was originally commissioned by Privy Councillor Severin Lovenskjold, but in 1754 he had to give up due to economic difficulties. The project was taken over by Countess Anne Sophie Schack nee Rantzau and her step-grandson Hans Schack. A fire shortly after the change of ownership delayed completion by a couple of years. 7 January 1757 Hans Schack married Countess Ulrikke Auguste Vilhelmine Moltke, daughter of Adam Gottlob Moltke, and as his son-in-law had use of the best artists and craftsmen to complete the interiors. In 1794 the palace was taken over from private residence by the Regent, Crown Prince Frederik, and his wife, Crown Princess Marie. He died in 1839, and she in 1852. The palace was used after her death by, among others, the Supreme Court and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. It was later the home of Christian IX until his death in 1906. The home remained untouched afterward until 1948. In 1967 the Palace was restored for the successor to the throne, Crown Princess Margrethe and Prince Henrik. Tip for tourists: When the flag is up at this south-eastern palace it means that the Queen is home – and this is the best day to watch the changing of the guard..
Copenhagen, Denmark, photo by Inga.

Aleksander Nevskij Russian Orthodox Church

Tue, 7 Jul 2009 02:36:55 +0000

The church was built for the Russian Orthodox congregation of Copenhagen donated by the Danish princess Dagmar - who married Czar Alexander III of Russia, where she was known by her Russian name: Maria Fedorovna. Address: Bredgade 53, 1260 Copenhagen Tel: 33-13-60-46.
Copenhagen, Denmark, photo by Inga.

Aleksander Nevskij Russian Orthodox Church

Tue, 7 Jul 2009 02:36:53 +0000

Frederik's Church (Marble Church)

Tue, 7 Jul 2009 01:32:38 +0000

It's only really the foundation that is made of marble but look at its splendour nevertheless! Frederiks Church as its proper name is, was first started on in 1749, with inspiration from Rome, but wasn't completed until 150 years later due to financial difficulties when a new architect took over as the original died. 1874 it was completed and today, you can visit the dome weekends for a nice view of the surroundings. Website: www.marmorkirken.dk/uk.html .
Copenhagen, Denmark, photo by Inga.

Inside Frederik's Church (The Marble Church)

Tue, 7 Jul 2009 01:27:30 +0000

Frederiks Kirke (Frederik's Church) is popularly known as Marmorkirken (The Marble Church) and has the largest church dome in Scandinavia with a span of 31m. The foundation stone was set by King Frederik V on October 31, 1749, but the construction was slowed by budget cuts and the death of the original architect (Eigtved) in 1754. In 1770 the original plans for the church were discarded by Struensee (minister in the Danish government) and the church was left incomplete and stood as a ruin for nearly 150 years. The present version of the church was financed by Carl Frederik Tietgen (Danish financier and industrialist) and was opened August 19, 1894. The Church is open daily for public and there is admittance to the dome with a nice view of Copenhagen and the southern coastline of Sweden. Website: www.marmorkirken.dk/uk.html .
Copenhagen, Denmark, photo by Inga.

Inside Frederik's Church (The Marble Church)

Tue, 7 Jul 2009 01:18:30 +0000

Frederiks Kirke (Frederik's Church) is popularly known as Marmorkirken (The Marble Church) and has the largest church dome in Scandinavia with a span of 31m. The foundation stone was set by King Frederik V on October 31, 1749, but the construction was slowed by budget cuts and the death of the original architect (Eigtved) in 1754. The church wasn't completed until 1894 - using Danish marble instead of more expensive Norwegian marble. The Church is open daily for public and there is admittance to the top of the dome (weekends and holidays only) with a nice view of Copenhagen and the southern coastline of Sweden. .
Copenhagen, Denmark, photo by Inga.

Statues of famous people on Marble Church

Tue, 7 Jul 2009 01:01:04 +0000

Outside Marmorkirken, there are 14 Danish "Fathers of the Church" on the lower row, beginning with the first Danish missionary (Ansgar) and concluding with Grundtvig. The upper row has 18 statues of prophets, apostles and historical figures from the Early Church and medieval Church. .
Copenhagen, Denmark, photo by Inga.

Statue of Soren Kierkegaard on Marble Church

Tue, 7 Jul 2009 01:01:00 +0000

Frederiks Church - Marble Church - a magnificent church made of Swedish and Danish marble (hence "Marmorkirken"), Frederikskirken is located quite close to the Amelienborg Slotspad. The church is surrounded by statues of famous Danes, such as Kierkegaard - profound and prolific writer in the Danish "golden age" of intellectual and artistic activity..
Copenhagen, Denmark, photo by Inga.

The Marble Church (Frederik's Church), detail

Tue, 7 Jul 2009 12:29:14 +0000

The Marble Church (Frederik's Church), detail.
Copenhagen, Denmark, photo by Inga.