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The sun sets in front of the ARKEN Museum of Contemporary Art located in Ishøj, Copenhagen. The statue of a boy riding a rocking horse is by the Danish/Norwegian artist duo Elmgreen & Dragset. More information on the link below:
A Torre Redonda (Rundetårn) de Copenhaga, erguida entre 1637 e 1642 por ordem do rei Cristiano IV, destaca-se pela sua singular rampa helicoidal, em vez das tradicionais escadas. Este corredor em espiral de tijolo, com cerca de 209 metros, permite o acesso ao observatório no topo, o mais antigo em funcionamento na Europa, e que outrora integrou a Biblioteca Universitária. A rampa, com uma inclinação suave, foi concebida para facilitar o transporte de equipamentos astronómicos e livros através de cavalos e carruagens, um feito notável demonstrado pela visita do czar Pedro, o Grande, que a percorreu a cavalo, enquanto a Czarina o seguia numa carruagem. A luz natural que irradia das janelas ilumina o interior, acentuando a elegância das paredes brancas e criando uma atmosfera convidativa. Atualmente, a Rundetårn é um importante ponto turístico e cultural, oferecendo vistas panorâmicas sobre Copenhaga e mantendo viva a sua herança científica e arquitetónica.
The Round Tower (Rundetårn) in Copenhagen, built between 1637 and 1642 by order of King Christian IV, stands out for its unique spiral ramp, instead of traditional stairs. This spiral brick corridor, approximately 209 meters long, provides access to the observatory at the top, the oldest in operation in Europe, which was once part of the University Library. The gently sloping ramp was designed to facilitate the transport of astronomical equipment and books by horse and carriage, a remarkable feat demonstrated by the visit of Tsar Peter the Great, who rode up it on horseback, while the Tsarina followed him in a carriage. Natural light streaming in from the windows illuminates the interior, accentuating the elegance of the white walls and creating an inviting atmosphere. Today, Rundetårn is an important tourist and cultural attraction, offering panoramic views of Copenhagen and keeping its scientific and architectural heritage alive.
Como antigo praticante e entusiasta de xadrez, sempre me fascinou a resiliência da loja "Games", situada na histórica Skindergade, em Copenhaga, ao lado da Jorcks Passage. Esta loja perpetua a tradição dos jogos de tabuleiro, resistindo à era digital e atraindo tanto jogadores como colecionadores com a sua exposição de peças de xadrez em madeira, de padrão Staunton. Com uma vasta seleção de jogos que vão dos clássicos aos mais recentes, o xadrez, com mais de 1500 anos de história, continua a ser um dos jogos mais procurados, simbolizando a resiliência do comércio tradicional num cenário de mudanças constantes no retalho moderno.
As a former chess player and enthusiast, I have always been fascinated by the resilience of the “Games” store, located on historic Skindergade in Copenhagen, next to Jorcks Passage. This store perpetuates the tradition of board games, resisting the digital age and attracting both players and collectors with its display of wooden Staunton chess pieces. With a wide selection of games ranging from classics to the latest releases, chess, with over 1,500 years of history, remains one of the most sought-after games, symbolizing the resilience of traditional commerce in a landscape of constant change in modern retail.
copenhagen, denmark - October 10, 2014 Escalators at the subway station Kongens Nytorv in Copenhagen.
Højbro Plads, no coração de Copenhaga, surgiu da reconstrução pós-incêndio de 1795, transformando um antigo bairro num espaço público neoclássico. A praça, hoje um ponto de encontro central entre a Strøget e Slotsholmen, ostenta a estátua equestre do bispo Absalon, fundador da cidade, cujo pedestal evoca a importância da pesca do arenque. A torre da antiga Igreja de São Nicolau, parcialmente destruída no mesmo incêndio, domina a paisagem. Originalmente usada como torre de vigia pelos bombeiros, a igreja aloja agora o Nikolaj Kunsthal, um centro de arte contemporânea, destacando-se pelo seu pináculo neobarroco de cobre, adicionado em 1909. O pavimento em paralelepípedos e a presença de bicicletas refletem o quotidiano da capital dinamarquesa.
Højbro Plads, in the heart of Copenhagen, emerged from the post-fire reconstruction of 1795, transforming an old neighborhood into a neoclassical public space. The square, now a central meeting point between Strøget and Slotsholmen, features an equestrian statue of Bishop Absalon, the city's founder, whose pedestal evokes the importance of herring fishing. The tower of the old St. Nicholas Church, partially destroyed in the same fire, dominates the landscape. Originally used as a watchtower by firefighters, the church now houses the Nikolaj Kunsthal, a contemporary art center, notable for its neo-baroque copper spire, added in 1909. The cobblestone pavement and the presence of bicycles reflect everyday life in the Danish capital.
As fachadas coloridas de Nyhavn contrastam com a luz suave da manhã, enquanto as esplanadas ainda vazias aguardam o movimento do dia. O canal, outrora ponto de chegada de mercadores e marinheiros, mantém o seu charme histórico.
Nas proximidades da rua Gothersgade, em Copenhaga, um mural urbano capta o dinamismo da cidade. Com elementos icónicos da capital dinamarquesa e uma estética vibrante, a obra destaca-se na paisagem urbana.
COPENHAGA (Dinamarca): Amagertorv.
Parte da zona pedonal de Strøget, é frequentemente descrita como a praça mais central do centro de Copenhaga. É também uma das mais antigas, tendo o nome dos agricultores Amager, que na Idade Média chegavam à cidade para vender os seus produtos neste local.
During our recent visit to Copenhagen, we stopped by one of the city’s most famous landmarks: The Little Mermaid. This bronze statue, inspired by Hans Christian Andersen’s fairy tale, has been sitting on a rock at the Langelinie Promenade since 1913. We were a bit surprised, maybe even disappointed, by how small the statue actually is (just 1.25 meters tall), but when you compare it to Manneken Pis in Brussels, it’s actually bigger! Sculpted by Edvard Eriksen, the mermaid’s melancholic pose reflects the sadness of the original story. Despite some vandalism over the years, it remains a beloved symbol of Copenhagen - Copenhagen, Denmark
A monumental Fonte de Gefion, da autoria de Anders Bundgaard, ergue-se no parque Langelinie, adjacente ao Kastellet, em Copenhaga. Inaugurada em 1908 como um presente da Fundação Carlsberg, a fonte celebra o 50º aniversário da cervejeira e ilustra o mito nórdico da criação da ilha da Zelândia. A lenda narra como a deusa Gefion, ao transformar os seus quatro filhos em bois de força extraordinária, lavrou a terra sueca para criar a ilha onde Copenhaga se encontra. A escultura em bronze, um exemplo notável do estilo neoclássico, retrata a deusa a conduzir os bois num esforço poderoso, combinando volumes dinâmicos com elementos pétreos e jactos de água. No horizonte, a justaposição das estruturas industriais com o património e a paisagem costeira sublinha o contraste entre a modernidade urbana e a herança mitológica dinamarquesa, fazendo da Fonte de Gefion um testemunho da rica história e cultura do país.
The monumental Gefion Fountain, by Anders Bundgaard, stands in Langelinie Park, adjacent to Kastellet, in Copenhagen. Inaugurated in 1908 as a gift from the Carlsberg Foundation, the fountain celebrates the brewery's 50th anniversary and illustrates the Norse myth of the creation of the island of Zealand. The legend tells how the goddess Gefion, by transforming her four sons into oxen of extraordinary strength, plowed the Swedish land to create the island where Copenhagen is located. The bronze sculpture, a remarkable example of the neoclassical style, depicts the goddess leading the oxen in a powerful effort, combining dynamic volumes with stone elements and water jets. In the horizon, the juxtaposition of industrial structures with heritage and coastal landscape underlines the contrast between urban modernity and the Danish mythological heritage, making the Gefion Fountain a testament to the country's rich history and culture.
COPENHAGA (Dinamarca): A Fonte do Dragão.
A Fonte do Dragão é uma fonte localizada na City Hall Square, em Copenhaga, na Dinamarca. Foi concebida por Joakim Skovgaard, em colaboração com Thorvald Bindesbøll, e apresenta um touro em combate com um dragão.
In July 2015, on a sunny summer day, I captured a moment in Aarhus where children were playing in the fountains on the market square, trying to cool off. At the time, the city was gearing up to become the European Capital of Culture for 2017. Two years later, Aarhus officially held the title, along with Pafos, Cyprus. Under the theme “Let’s Rethink,” the city hosted over 400 cultural events, ranging from art and music to urban development and sustainability, leaving a lasting impact on the city and its community - Aarhus, Denmark
The entire London 2012 Stratford Olympic Village at Stratford recreated in miniature - in Lego - by Warren Elsmore.
This was on display at St Katharine Docks as part of the 'House of Denmark' exhibition, which was there to celebrate all things Danish, including, of course, Lego.
As at February 2015, Warren Elsmore's Lego Olympic Village is about to be displayed again, as part of the "Bricks in the Sky" exhibition due to be held at the ArcelorMittal Orbit later this month
In Copenhagen, the capital of Denmark, the traffic is mostly from cyclist, that's incredible to see how many people cycling on the street during the all day.
The entire London 2012 Stratford Olympic Village at Stratford recreated in miniature - in Lego - by Warren Elsmore.
This was on display at St Katharine Docks as part of the 'House of Denmark' exhibition, which was there to celebrate all things Danish, including, of course, Lego.
The entire London 2012 Stratford Olympic Village at Stratford recreated in miniature - in Lego - by Warren Elsmore.
This was on display at St Katharine Docks as part of the 'House of Denmark' exhibition, which was there to celebrate all things Danish, including, of course, Lego.
Shown here is the BMX track. And those are the cyclists. I think Shanaze Reade of Team GB could well be one of them.
The entire London 2012 Stratford Olympic Village at Stratford recreated in miniature - in Lego - by Warren Elsmore.
This was on display at St Katharine Docks as part of the 'House of Denmark' exhibition, which was there to celebrate all things Danish, including, of course, Lego.
The entire London 2012 Stratford Olympic Village at Stratford recreated in miniature - in Lego - by Warren Elsmore.
This was on display at St Katharine Docks as part of the 'House of Denmark' exhibition, which was there to celebrate all things Danish, including, of course, Lego.
The entire London 2012 Stratford Olympic Village at Stratford recreated in miniature - in Lego - by Warren Elsmore.
This was on display at St Katharine Docks as part of the 'House of Denmark' exhibition, which was there to celebrate all things Danish, including, of course, Lego.
*Yes, I believe this wind turbine was made of Lego as well. And it was working!*
The entire London 2012 Stratford Olympic Village at Stratford recreated in miniature - in Lego - by Warren Elsmore.
This was on display at St Katharine Docks as part of the 'House of Denmark' exhibition, which was there to celebrate all things Danish, including, of course, Lego.
As at February 2015, Warren Elsmore's Lego Olympic Village is about to be displayed again, as part of the "Bricks in the Sky" exhibition due to be held at the ArcelorMittal Orbit later this month
The entire London 2012 Stratford Olympic Village at Stratford recreated in miniature - in Lego - by Warren Elsmore.
This was on display at St Katharine Docks as part of the 'House of Denmark' exhibition, which was there to celebrate all things Danish, including, of course, Lego.
*Yes, I believe this wind turbine was made of Lego as well. And it was working!*
The entire London 2012 Stratford Olympic Village at Stratford recreated in miniature - in Lego - by Warren Elsmore.
This was on display at St Katharine Docks as part of the 'House of Denmark' exhibition, which was there to celebrate all things Danish, including, of course, Lego.
*Yes, I believe this wind turbine was made of Lego as well. And it was working!*
The entire London 2012 Stratford Olympic Village at Stratford recreated in miniature - in Lego - by Warren Elsmore.
This was on display at St Katharine Docks as part of the 'House of Denmark' exhibition, which was there to celebrate all things Danish, including, of course, Lego.
The entire London 2012 Stratford Olympic Village at Stratford recreated in miniature - in Lego - by Warren Elsmore.
This was on display at St Katharine Docks as part of the 'House of Denmark' exhibition, which was there to celebrate all things Danish, including, of course, Lego.
As at February 2015, Warren Elsmore's Lego Olympic Village is about to be displayed again, as part of the "Bricks in the Sky" exhibition due to be held at the ArcelorMittal Orbit later this month
The entire London 2012 Stratford Olympic Village at Stratford recreated in miniature - in Lego - by Warren Elsmore.
This was on display at St Katharine Docks as part of the 'House of Denmark' exhibition, which was there to celebrate all things Danish, including, of course, Lego.
As at February 2015, Warren Elsmore's Lego Olympic Village is about to be displayed again, as part of the "Bricks in the Sky" exhibition due to be held at the ArcelorMittal Orbit later this month
The entire London 2012 Stratford Olympic Village at Stratford recreated in miniature - in Lego - by Warren Elsmore.
This was on display at St Katharine Docks as part of the 'House of Denmark' exhibition, which was there to celebrate all things Danish, including, of course, Lego.
As at February 2015, Warren Elsmore's Lego Olympic Village is about to be displayed again, as part of the "Bricks in the Sky" exhibition due to be held at the ArcelorMittal Orbit later this month
The entire London 2012 Stratford Olympic Village at Stratford recreated in miniature - in Lego - by Warren Elsmore.
This was on display at St Katharine Docks as part of the 'House of Denmark' exhibition, which was there to celebrate all things Danish, including, of course, Lego.
The entire London 2012 Stratford Olympic Village at Stratford recreated in miniature - in Lego - by Warren Elsmore.
This was on display at St Katharine Docks as part of the 'House of Denmark' exhibition, which was there to celebrate all things Danish, including, of course, Lego.
The entire London 2012 Stratford Olympic Village at Stratford recreated in miniature - in Lego - by Warren Elsmore.
This was on display at St Katharine Docks as part of the 'House of Denmark' exhibition, which was there to celebrate all things Danish, including, of course, Lego.
As at February 2015, Warren Elsmore's Lego Olympic Village is about to be displayed again, as part of the "Bricks in the Sky" exhibition due to be held at the ArcelorMittal Orbit later this month