Kastellet is one of the few surviving star-shaped fortresses in Northern Europe. The citadel was founded in the 17th century by the Danish king Christian IV, and, most interestingly, it still belongs to the Danish Ministry of Defense. The offices of the army general staff, military intelligence and the military prosecutor's office are located here. Despite such a serious administrative burden, the territory of Kastellet is freely accessible to everyone. In the fortress, you can see the warehouse buildings, gunpowder storage, the building of the church and prison, as well as a cute windmill. It is said that at one time about sixteen such mills were located here to meet the needs of the citadel. And one more interesting detail - rye flour produced in Kastellet was delivered to the table of the Russian Empress Maria Feodorovna - the mother of the last Russian Emperor Nicholas II.
As you know, Maria Feodorovna was a Danish princess before her marriage and, even while living in Russia, she could not imagine a day without ollebred - porridge made from rye flour and beer.
The fortress is located a stone's throw from the famous "Mermaid", so, having made an express photo session against the backdrop of the "symbol of Denmark", do not pass by Kastellet.
The fortress is open daily, from 6 am to 10 pm, there are picnic areas outside the fortress walls.
As you know, Maria Feodorovna was a Danish princess before her marriage and, even while living in Russia, she could not imagine a day without ollebred - porridge made from rye flour and beer.
The fortress is located a stone's throw from the famous "Mermaid", so, having made an express photo session against the backdrop of the "symbol of Denmark", do not pass by Kastellet.
The fortress is open daily, from 6 am to 10 pm, there are picnic areas outside the fortress walls.
Translated automatically from Russian. View original
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