I very much like the harbour and old wharf, the building style in the “near Bryggen”, and the fish market. It’s a simple and attractive style, almost like a model village (if that makes sense).
The forest of Bergen exudes cool fresh sharp piney redolence; beyond where the curving coast protrudes into the glassy sea, there’s a wonderful sense of distance and adventure that is beautifully captured in the photo. I also love the way Old Bergen lies in the embrace of the hills behind it, and the straight shipshape lines of the buildings in both old and modern Bergen along the cobbled and stone-paved streets.
I couldn't have described it better than your exalting words.
The old buildings of 'Bryggen' were built in 1702 entirely of timber and had water flowing underneath as they sit on the original wharf. I believe the water from the bay is now blocked so as to preserve the foundations.
So walking around inside the maze of buildings, one walks on timber.
It’s so neat and clean; that is something that strikes me immediately. But it’s also incredibly charming and it looks very liveable. I could live there…
Tivoli is gorgeously quirky in an everyday sort of way, and as for that shot of Tivoli Gardens with the boat in the quietly rippling water, it is delightful.
The mermaid is justly famous. She is so lovely and an imaginative symbol of longing and pathos and the dream of happiness.
Lovely pics Kopes and thankyou for posting for all of us to enjoy 🙂 Sitting outside at 11.30pm and been able to see the colorful sky would be an experience you would never forget. Wonderful old buildings so detailed with lots of history I bet. Hope you are well and happy to be back in Australia.
Many years ago I had a friend in Alaska (in Fairbanks) who always told me how beautiful it was (and complained about the darkness in winter). I was almost thinking of visiting her in summer, but never did...
There is also an episode of "The Twilight Zone" called "The Midnight Sun". While the title might have been inspired by the real phenomenon, it is a completely different story taking place in NY.
They are beautiful; Copenhagen has a style all of its own. I’m not sure how to describe it - almost a touch of hobbit-architecture, and with that exciting blue and blue-green alongside the differently shaded brick.
countessalmirena
·2 years agoOhhhh! An actual forest train!!!!!
I remember some of Enid Blyton’s books referring to trains that go through woods and feature passengers of those enchanted worlds…
kopenhagen5
OP2 years agoI couldn't get good pictures in much of the beautiful dense forest.
PS, The famous five were some of my favourites.
countessalmirena
·2 years agoIt looks charming; the town looks like the most relaxing place possible for its inhabitants.
I never realised how much appeal these Nordic places would have for me, in spite of all the Nordic Noir I’ve watched!
kopenhagen5
OP2 years agohttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rundetaarn
nicnacs_4u
·2 years agoKopes I clicked on your link but it didn`t take me to anymore of pics.:-(
kopenhagen5
OP2 years agoHiya,
I know, the link was for The Countess and is some info on The Round Tower in the middle of Copenhagen as she expressed interest in it.
Sorry, I should have written something with the link. 😞
arctoph_49
·2 years agoWhat a wonderful holiday you must have had. I am so happy for you.
I would love to be able to go to Europe for 2 months and visit relatives in the UK, but my job doesn't allow me to do that...
kopenhagen5
OP2 years agoThank you, it is one of the best things I have done for some time.
Better late than never.
I get 4 weeks a year and had saved a little extra time so I was able to go for a little over 5 weeks.
Perhaps you could do something similar, I found 5 to 6 weeks is a good time away.
And for us whom live in Melbourne, going during Aus winter to experience summer in Europe is definitely a bonus.
Hope you get to arrange something. 🙂
kopenhagen5
OP2 years agomore happy snaps..................
kopenhagen5
OP2 years agoGrundvigt's Church, modern but very impressive.
kopenhagen5
OP2 years agoA train that goes through the middle of town and by the harbour. NO fences.
arctoph_49
·2 years agoVery interesting, kopenhagen. Is this train something like the Light Rail in Sydney?
kopenhagen5
OP2 years agoHi,
I am not familiar with the Sydney light rail but its similar to a normal train and travels very fast through the forests with 2-3 carriages.
countessalmirena
·2 years agoThat round tower is very appealing. I have daydreamed about living in a tower like that.
And the church…! Wonderful. What a feat of modern architecture - it had beauty and innovation and a feeling of the sacred.
countessalmirena
·2 years agoThey’re not afraid to let whimsy and fantasy be planted in the soul of imagination. It’s strange and beautiful.
springyzone
·2 years agoThat Viking village looks interesting.
It does look like a hobbit town.
nicnacs_4u
·2 years agoGreat pics Kopes thanks again for posting them.:-)
kopenhagen5
OP2 years agoAnd finally Norway
kopenhagen5
OP2 years agoMore Norway
countessalmirena
·2 years agoI very much like the harbour and old wharf, the building style in the “near Bryggen”, and the fish market. It’s a simple and attractive style, almost like a model village (if that makes sense).
The forest of Bergen exudes cool fresh sharp piney redolence; beyond where the curving coast protrudes into the glassy sea, there’s a wonderful sense of distance and adventure that is beautifully captured in the photo. I also love the way Old Bergen lies in the embrace of the hills behind it, and the straight shipshape lines of the buildings in both old and modern Bergen along the cobbled and stone-paved streets.
kopenhagen5
OP2 years agoI couldn't have described it better than your exalting words.
The old buildings of 'Bryggen' were built in 1702 entirely of timber and had water flowing underneath as they sit on the original wharf. I believe the water from the bay is now blocked so as to preserve the foundations.
So walking around inside the maze of buildings, one walks on timber.
kopenhagen5
OP2 years agoOh, and Princess Mary says hi. 🙂
kopenhagen5
OP2 years agoI met a girl troll in the forest.
countessalmirena
·2 years agoThat village is amazing.
The influence on the modern houses is obvious. I love the look, love it.
And what a good-looking family.
countessalmirena
·2 years agoAre you using a camera or a phone camera? The photography is of such good quality …
Those roofs! I love them. (And I can only agree about that particular house.)
kopenhagen5
OP2 years agoOnly a phone camera, but its a good one.
There are so many old buildings and they are very modern inside. Very cosy.
The councils don't allow signage, at least only small basic signs, hence much of both city and country side has a natural, old world look.
Note to self - Must buy Tattslotto ticket.
kopenhagen5
OP2 years agoOld Viking village
mtnlane
·2 years agoWonderful, wonderful la la la la ..........🎶
Looks like a hobbit town Kopes
Happy family pictures also!
Thank you for your generosity in sharing them 🙂
countessalmirena
·2 years agoIt’s so neat and clean; that is something that strikes me immediately. But it’s also incredibly charming and it looks very liveable. I could live there…
Tivoli is gorgeously quirky in an everyday sort of way, and as for that shot of Tivoli Gardens with the boat in the quietly rippling water, it is delightful.
The mermaid is justly famous. She is so lovely and an imaginative symbol of longing and pathos and the dream of happiness.
Your photos are beautiful.
*sons_n_daughters*
·2 years agoSpectacular photos Kopes. Thanks so much for sharing! I've never been overseas, so it's lovely seeing your pictures. Makes me want to go there!
papermoon.lady
·2 years agoSpectacular!
And sunset is so late... Fascinating. Particularly for insomniac creatures like me. 🙂
nicnacs_4u
·2 years agoLovely pics Kopes and thankyou for posting for all of us to enjoy 🙂 Sitting outside at 11.30pm and been able to see the colorful sky would be an experience you would never forget. Wonderful old buildings so detailed with lots of history I bet. Hope you are well and happy to be back in Australia.
domino-710
·2 years agoCheck out - ' The Midnight Sun '.
papermoon.lady
·2 years agoMany years ago I had a friend in Alaska (in Fairbanks) who always told me how beautiful it was (and complained about the darkness in winter). I was almost thinking of visiting her in summer, but never did...
There is also an episode of "The Twilight Zone" called "The Midnight Sun". While the title might have been inspired by the real phenomenon, it is a completely different story taking place in NY.
countessalmirena
·2 years agoWow indeed. I really love the cobblestoned street, and the harbour bustling with white boats has a relaxing charm about it.
imastawka
·2 years agoBeautiful Kopes.
Thanks for posting.
I clicked on each and then clicked on full page to enjoy the details even more.
countessalmirena
·2 years agoThey are beautiful; Copenhagen has a style all of its own. I’m not sure how to describe it - almost a touch of hobbit-architecture, and with that exciting blue and blue-green alongside the differently shaded brick.
It has elegance with a little quirkiness.
The photos really capture all of that. Thank you!
arctoph_49
·2 years agoLovely pictures. Kopenhagen! Thank you for sharing!
kopenhagen5
OP2 years agoWonderful Copenhagen (I had to put some characters here)
papermoon.lady
·2 years agohttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t1YMv_qx5Cw
kopenhagen5
OP2 years agoWait until I get to Norway, spectacular.
kopenhagen5
OP2 years ago🙂 Copenhagen
kopenhagen5
OP2 years agomore pics..............
sandypebbles
·2 years agoThank you for sharing with us
papermoon.lady
·2 years agoWonderful - thank you!
springyzone
·2 years agoLovely! Thanks for posting.