The Black Diamond is an architectural masterpiece and anyone visiting Copenhagen needs to at least…read morestop by! Why would a library be one of the places to visit during your vacation? Well, it better not be like any other boring old library right? This library is huge, and just walking around it is a cool feeling. There's free wifi and plenty of areas to roam or sit. It's also right by the water, where I sat and enjoyed the breeze before taking the train back.

This is a must visit place when in Copenhagen! Library,…read moreCafe, Literature and amazing architectural masterpiece.

It is the largest library in the Nordic Countries and one of the largest in the world. With 37+…read morephysical units and 2.5+ million electronic titles, the library is still expanding it's offerings. The library was founded by King Frederick III in 1848 who contributed his collection of European works at its founding. The library however was not open to the public until 1793. Today, it is open to anyone aged 18 years or older with a genuine need for its use. Referred to as the Royal Library, it is a compilation of the National Library of Denmark, the University of Denmark Library with contributions from several other libraries. Among its collections are all the printed works in Danish since the 17th century which includes works dating back to 1492. Other notable entries in the archives include an original Guttenberg Bible, Soren Kiergaard"s works and Hans Christian Anderson's manuscripts and correspondences. The older part of the Det Kongeglige Bibliotek which can be seen today was built in 1906. The central hall's architectural features were copied from Charlemagne's Palace Chapel in the Aachean Cathedral. The more modern space is called the Black Diamond because of its' glass and marble construction materials. The Black Diamond has transverse corridors, a large atrium and is 8 stories high.

Very friendly staff in Copenhagen with a large selection of books and additional books for sale…read more Enjoyed our short stay at the location.

Having frequented quite many of Copenhagens many different libraries, I must say that this is one…read moreof the ok+ ones. The building is airy and usually not too crowded and has some decent spots for studying with interesting views of the library hall and reception. It's also fairly clean. But it's probably too crowded and noisy if you need to concentrate on something (which is usually why I would visit a library, I guess). The noise might have something to do with the "shared" location with Democratic Coffee Bar (which has awesome coffee btw). Might also have something to do with the fact that Borgerservice is also located here. Apparently, Hovedbiblioteket is the place to be! These days they seem to be working on the interiors a little, so be prepared for drilling sounds! Nothing decent ear plugs can't take care of for you, though.. A quick look at the literature collection, tells me that almost nothing is in it's right place. Communication books are under religion and so on. But the fiction, music and children's sections seem to be in order. Hovedbiblioteket also seems like a nice spot for taking the toddlers and smaller kids, seeing as a fair part of the third floor seems to be specialized for children. Oh, and the escalators and toilets are often out of order. The first thing, not so much of a problem. The second thing can be a problem.

Christianborg Palace is unique in that actually houses rooms that are used by the monarchy, the…read moreSupreme Court, the Prime Minister and the Parliament. For the purposes of tourists, only the royal section related to the monarchy is open for exploration. The ticket that you purchase depends on how many parts of the royal section you wish to visit: 1) Reception room - where the Queens holds meetings 2) Royal Stables - where the horses and carriages are held 3) Royal Kitchen - where the meals are prepared 4) Ruins - the ruins underneath the castle If you have more time, you can see all of them. For me, the best part was easily the Reception area, where you will see many rooms constructed with very colorful and exquisite architecture and filled with luxurious paintings, furniture, and tapestries. This area is so fancy they actually make all visitors wear blue shoe covers to protect the floors. It is also worth it to go up the tower (free entry) where you get amazing views of the city.

Fun little visit to another castle. Big halls, grand stairs, kitchen, big library and other neat…read morethings to sight see. Didn't get to see the stables. Christiansborg Palace is actually pretty wild -- it's the only place in the world where the government, the prime minister, and the Supreme Court all work in the same building. And under it, there are literal castle ruins from like the 1100s that you can walk through. Plus, the Danish royal family still uses parts of it for fancy events, so it's kind of like government offices + ancient history + royalty all stacked in one spot. Funny story. There's this extremely long dining table (see pics). You're not supposed to sit there but the tour guide said a family sat there to eat lunch one time.

This library was quite stunning…read more The black exterior caught my eye as I walked along the waterfront and drew me inside. A busy cafe with in and outdoor seating was quite full. Given the setting it made sense. I took an elevator up to the 6th floor to experience the amazing viewing area. Very modern and clean lines throughout the interior of the library. Views encompassed not only all the floors but out towards the river via the floor to ceiling glass windows. It was worth it to walk down the stairs to each level and see the different perspectives. I'd be very happy visiting a library of this caliber every week back home.

Really enjoyed spending some time in this library which is also known as the Black Diamond…read more Its a masterpiece in terms of architecture and I loved checking out this place on a cold, dark, rainy day in Copenhagen. Place is great for a nice stroll up through the many floors of the library and the open area looking down is just breathtaking. There is also an older part of the library connected so you contrast the difference between the old library and the new one. There's also a nice gift shop here too but I noticed most of the books on sale here were in Danish. Definitely worth a visit when you're here in Copenhagen. The jog right next to the library is also really nice as its right by the water and very scenic.

I have known this place for over ten years. My school used to take my class there. Most of the…read morebooks I read were rented from this library. This 'small' library has changed several times over the years. It used to have the children, teen and young adult section down stairs and the adult one on the first floor. Recently, they have switched it around. I like what they did to the children's section. Making cosy area's for youngsters to relax, surf the net and do their homework. The librarians there are beyond nice. The adult section is awesome. You feel like you are discovering a new world when you enter it. To sum it all up: Great librarians (service). Updated/up to date technology. Average/low noise level.

This place is amazing for any person who is looking for a peaceful location to do some reading, do…read moretheir homework, listen to music, or work on any craft while keeping your volume low. Studying in København can be easy because there are so many locations, but this library is perfect if you need´to utilize multiple resources. You can search for your class's textbook and get it transferred to this library, to checking out a laptop for four hours. On the first floor of the library, you have 3 main rooms after passing the front desk, locker rooms, and restroom. In te middle main room, you have the option of sititng in square tables or sitting on nicely cushioned sofas directly up the stairs. You can also study on the main floor in the main room and using the smaller sofa chairs to lounge while you read or use the round table to set your belongings down. Following to the roóm to the right, you have the option of accessing one of the desktop computers if theyre available for usage. It can get packed very quickly so people may be using these before, so strategize your timings or just check out one of their laptops. You also have several tables to sit down and be away from the desktops section. In the room the left, it is a magazine room where they ahve a large selection of different magazines you can read from many major brand magazines. In addition, they have an especially quiet room that you can enter through this glass door. I have not entered there yet but people seem to only read in their. On the basement, you can access their large library of dvds and music cds and ´have the option of also checking them out. You can also study on the study floor where there are several connections ports to charge your phones, laptops, and other devices. In addition, during a certain time of the day a staff member may approach you to assit you on your homework if you need the help. The staff is very helpful and nice here, so use them because they are happy to help. (: If I had to complain about anything of here, then that it owuld be hard to find a connection. Visit the place to study. Its especially convenient if you go to CBS, because its right next to the main campus.

Venice has the Venetian Lagoon, Greece has the Aegean Sea, Spain has Port Vell and Denmark has…read moreNyhavn. Nyhavn is a beautiful waterfront adorned with restaurants, canal tours, and connection to the fairytale writer Hans Christian Andersen, who lived in several of its houses. The vibrant colors of the houses were spectacular. "Nyhavn is a historic 17th-century canal district in Copenhagen, Denmark, famous for its colorful 17th-century townhouses, historic ships, and vibrant atmosphere." I made it a point to pass by daily because the beauty of the waterfront was a great way to start my day. It was a joy to see the shopkeepers get their restaurants ready for business, customers lining up for the canal tours and getting a peek at the Kissing Bridge. My visit in December was special due to the Christmas spirit at Nyhavn, where the iconic harbour is lined with festive stalls selling Christmas decorations, traditional Danish Christmas treats and steaming cups of gløgg (mulled wine). There are numerous restaurants offering fine dining to casual eating, especially the famous open faced sandwich, Smorrebrod. Nyhavn is close to the Royal Opera House, Royal Danish Theater and the Broen Food Market. It is a must see in Copenhagen.

It a must to visit in Copenhagen for sure. The history m, the landmarks, the foods, the camels,…read morethe bars, the theatres, the restaurants, the boats, the sunsets....all are simply beautiful and not to miss, especially in the evening or better yet, during the Christmas period. Just stunning and magical.

Trinitatis Kirke is a gorgeous church at the foot of the Rundetaarn (Round Tower) of Copenhagen…read more It's made of almost pure white, aside from the rich wood pews and gold chandeliers and arched gildings. I'm not a religious person so did not attend a service here, but it's something to behold even if you're just visiting for a quick look-see. If you're visiting the Rundetaarn, make a stop at the bottom floor to check out the Trinitatis Kirke while you're there!

This grandiose church was simply amazing to the viewer. From the moment you walked in, you had to…read moretake a moment to grasp the greatness of it. I felt like a tiny ant in relation to the size of this building. Gold chandeliers hung above the walkway to the front of the church. One turn around and the giant organ made you gasp at the sheer beauty and size of it. Amazing! Free WiFi.