Amalienborg

Amalienborg is an iconic landmark in Copenhagen, consisting of four imposing and elegant buildings that serve as the residence of the Danish royal family. With a neo-Classical front and Rococo interior, these premises each distinguish themselves from each other: Christian VII’s Palace is used for official events, Christian VIII’s Palace serves as the Amalienborg Museum, and Christian IX’s Palace is the official home of Queen Margrethe II of Denmark. By the way, know that when the flag is up, it means that she’s currently in the palace! So, is it the case? These four buildings were commissioned by King Frederik V in 1750. Speaking of the devil, there’s a statue of him at the centre of the square, made by French sculptor Jacques François Joseph Sally. It was installed here in 1771, five years after the King’s passing, to honour one of Denmark’s greatest kings. He was the one behind the construction of these splendid buildings, found on one of Copenhagen’s most visited squares!