May 15, 2020: Lurs, Copenhagen
DrFumblefinger first encountered lurs—a type of ancient bronze horn—when he saw this statue of two lur players in Copenhagen City Hall Square.
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Denmark: Sex and Social Distance
Danish health authorities say that coronavirus worries shouldn't get in the way of sex.
The King's Garden, Copenhagen
A visit to the beautiful and historic King's Garden. Built in the 17th century by King Christian IV, it is a popular summertime destination in Copenhagen.
Rambling through Christiania, Copenhagen
DrFumblefinger visits Christiania, a hippie commune in Copenhagen. If nothing else, the street art is terrific
Denmark to get Museum of Happiness
Denmark, officially the world's second-happiest country, will soon have a Museum of Happiness.
How to Spend A Summer Vacation in Denmark
Mike Jensen provides some interesting and not often considered summer travel destinations you should consider when visiting Denmark.
Nyhavn: Copenhagen's Gem
DrFumblefinger found the Nyhavn neighborhood the loveliest in Copenhagen. Built in the 17th century as the city's main harbor, it remains a popular tourist destination.
January 13, 2020: Statue of Hans Christian Andersen, Copenhagen
DrFumblefinger visits the statue of Hans Christian Andersen situated outside of Copenhagen's City Hall.
Dec. 9, 2019: Birdhouses of Tivoli Gardens, Copenhagen
DrFumblefinger came across an unusual collection of birdhouses in Copenhagen's Tivoli family amusement park.
Denmark to test battery-powered trains
Denmark is planning to test battery-powered trains as replacements for current diesel service.
Denmark saves a lighthouse from the sea
Threatened by both erosion and sand buildup, the lighthouse was moved on rails to a new location.
Maritime Museum of Denmark, Helsingor (Where Gumbo was #343)
Gumbo was visiting the interesting Maritime Museum in Helsingor, Denmark. Built in an old ship dry dock, the architure is intriguing and the exhibits quite interesting.
Danish town gets new Viking fortress
A town in Denmark that already has a Viking festival will soon have a new ancient Viking fortress
Denmark ransoms last circus elephants
Denmark is moving toward an end to all animal performers in circuses. Even before a final ban, the government is buying and retiring the last four elephants.
Denmark gets first all-electric ferry
Denmark gets its first all-electric ferry, along with valuable lessons for building more.