Scandinavia's Northern Lights

Posted on Saturday, February 05, 2011

Now is the best time for viewing the Northern Lights in Scandinavia. A mystical show with unique eruptions. Traditionally Inuit imagined them to be walruses playing with human skulls, while Vikings thought they were the ghosts of virgins. Often you see three green bands across the night sky or the lights come as flickering curtains or rolling smoke making them one of nature's most extraordinary displays.

Fascinating Copenhagen

Posted on Thursday, May 13, 2010

Copenhagen, largest city and capital of Denmark, is home and final resting place of author Hans Christian Andersen, and, in fact, the fairy tale feel of the city is everywhere, from the coppery green towers alongside gingerbread houses to the cobblestone streets lined with bikes and warm people.

Rosenborg Castle

This was the royal residence until the 19th century, and is one of the city’s most popular museums, where you’ll see the Royal Crown Jewels, costumes, and other royal memorabilia.

The Little Mermaid

The main charachter in Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tale is Copenhagen's landmak and the most photographed statue in the world.

Tivoli Gardens

Perhaps the best known of all Copenhagen’s attractions, Tivoli Gardens is the world-renowned amusement park located in the very heart of the city. Visitors are dazzled by the park’s fairyland lights, beautiful flowers, gift shops, rides, restaurants and strolling musicians.

Strøget

Copenhagen’s popular shopping district is made up of five streets reserved for pedestrian traffic only, and it features fine eateries, elegant stores and trendy boutiques filled with everything from luxury items to souvenirs.

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Scandinavia

Posted on Saturday, March 13, 2010

Snow capped mountains, lush forests, pristine lakes and glamorous cities make Scandinavia the land where Vikings roamed and vast natural beauty awaits.

Things to See in Stockholm

Posted on Saturday, November 21, 2009

The charming city of Stockholm invites you to explore its picturesque alleyways, squares and enchanting old town in an experience that you will not soon forget. As a historic metropolis with an intimate feel the city offers culture, entertainment and history in abundance. Even a spot of ocean-fishing could be in order in this Scandinavian haven spread across 14 islands.

Popoular Sites:

City Hall: A prominent landmark red brick landmark, the City Hall (Stadthuset) is famous as the annual venue for the Nobel Prize Banquet. The rather minimalist façade is exceeded by the wonderful nouveau interior, culminating in the magnificent council chamber with a ceiling resembling a traditional over turned Viking longboat.

Royal Palace and Gamla Stan: The grandiose Royal Palace was built to be one of the most magnificent in Europe. Many of the 608 rooms, purposefully a single room more than Buckingham Palace, can be explore. Constructed in the heart of Stockholm at Gamla Stan it dates back to 1754 and has developed as a prominent tourist venue. With a famous changing of the guard ceremony and surrounding excitement of shops and restaurants the palace is a must see.

Royal Djurgården: The Majority of Stockholm’s attractions are nestled on the island of Djurgården. Bustling with opportunities for entertainment, museums, restaurants and open spaces the area gives a great experience of being in the city. From the Gröna Lund, Sweden’s oldest amusement park to the captivating Vasa Museum, with its fully rigged restored 17th-century galleon the area is a visitor’s treasure trove.

Museum of National Antiquities: The great exhibitions in this museum chart Swedish history from Viking artifacts to modern times. Perhaps the valued display is the marvelous gold reliquary, set with precious stones, which contained the skull of Saint Elisabeth of Thuringia.

Örebro Sweden

Posted on Saturday, November 21, 2009