Børsen in Copenhagen: the Dragon Spire, the Fire and the Rebuild
Børsen in Copenhagen: Christian IV’s 1620s exchange, the dragon spire lost in the April 2024 fire, and what you can see while it is rebuilt. Checked October 2026.
Christiansborg Palace: A Royal Residence and Cultural Hub
Christiansborg Palace is a majestic complex of buildings situated on the island of Slotsholmen in central Copenhagen, Denmark. This historic
Round Tower in Copenhagen: The Ramp a Tsar Rode Up on Horseback
The Round Tower in Copenhagen: Christian IV’s observatory, the 209-metre ramp Peter the Great rode up, the rebus and the glass floor. Checked October 2026.
Copenhagen Cathedral: Thorvaldsen’s Christ and a Royal Wedding
Copenhagen Cathedral on Frue Plads: Thorvaldsen’s marble Christ and apostles, three fires and the 1807 bombardment, and a royal wedding. Checked October 2026.
Copenhagen City Hall: Absalon, the Tower and the World Clock
Copenhagen City Hall: Nyrop’s 1905 building, the gilded Absalon, the 105.6-metre tower and Jens Olsen’s World Clock with its 25,753-year gear. Checked October 2026.
Jardim Botanico of Coimbra: A Flourishing Legacy of Plant Discovery
The Jardim Botânico da Universidade de Coimbra (Botanical Garden of the University of Coimbra) is a captivating haven nestled within
Praça Dom Dinis in Coimbra: A King’s Statue on a Lost Castle
Praça Dom Dinis in Coimbra: the 1943 statue of King Dinis, the castle that once stood here, the Monumental Stairs and the Estado Novo campus. Checked October 2026.
The Minerva Stairs in Coimbra: The University’s Baroque Back Door
The Minerva Stairs in Coimbra: a Baroque stairway of about 1724 into the university, beside the Joanina Library, crowned by Minerva. Checked October 2026.
The University of Coimbra: A Timeless Tapestry of Academia and Culture
The University of Coimbra is a prestigious academic institution with a rich history dating back to the 13th century. Located
New Cathedral of Coimbra: A Jesuit Church Turned Cathedral
The New Cathedral (Sé Nova) of Coimbra: a 1598 Jesuit church, cathedral since 1772, with four Jesuit saints and the students’ blessing. Checked October 2026.
National Machado Museum: A Timeless Treasure Trove
The National Machado Museum (Museu Nacional Machado de Castro) in Coimbra, Portugal, is a cultural gem that houses a remarkable
Sé Velha in Coimbra: the Cathedral Built Like a Fortress
Sé Velha in Coimbra: the fortress-like cathedral where Sancho I was crowned, its 380 capitals, Flemish altarpiece and student serenade. Checked October 2026.