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Roskilde Domkirke, Roskilde

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More than 40 kings and queens of Denmark are buried inside Roskilde Domkirke, making it a world record-holder in royal church burials. This World Heritage Site features mid-15th century frescoes, monumental Baroque paintings, stucco decoration, and elaborate sculptural compositions as well as and gilt, silver-plated, and white marble sarcophagi. The present brick cathedral with its twin Gothic spires was built in the 12th and 13th centuries, but porches and side chapels were added up to the end of the 19th century. Go to the gable's windows of the Christian IV's chapel, and see four putti holding up the symbols of death: a skull, a scythe, a torch, and an hourglass. The royal tombs represent the evolution of funerary monumental art. Compare the simple, classical appearance of the 19th century Frederick V's chapel with the ornate Baroque interior of the Christian IV’s chapel. Add Roskilde Domkirke to your Roskilde travel itinerary, and discover new vacation ideas by using our Roskilde itinerary planner.
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  • UNESCO sites always carry a unique atmosphere and this site was no exception. The historical importance of the church really makes it worth while. My husband and I are 26 and 27, and we spend two... 
    UNESCO sites always carry a unique atmosphere and this site was no exception. The historical importance of the church really makes it worth while. My husband and I are 26 and 27, and we spend two...  more »
  • Spent almost half a day exploring many of chapels and rooms. A must visit if in Copenhagen. The day I went the main was closed and I had a hard time figuring out the entrance. It is on the side... 
    Spent almost half a day exploring many of chapels and rooms. A must visit if in Copenhagen. The day I went the main was closed and I had a hard time figuring out the entrance. It is on the side...  more »
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  • Absolutely stunning, really worth getting a proper tour because there's just so much history that it's great to learn - I only hope I can remember some of it! It's a mostly baroque cathedral with some elements from lots of periods. This is where Danish royalty have been buried since the 1400s and it's suitably beautiful. This is actually older than Copenhagen cathedral, so the oldest cathedral in the country. It's definitely a MUST-SEE if you come to Denmark. There are also a lot of services (it's a very active cathedral), including two on Sunday - when I might update this review! There's an organ concert once a month, which I would have loved to see! Many many thanks to Brian, one of the volunteers who was so knowledgeable, kind and patient: the perfect tour guide!
  • Must visit place in Denmark. One of the major Danish Church. 800 years of European architecture style. Worth visiting here, it is more than we expected. Gigantic church with lots of monuments with a great history. You really appreciate the visit once you have been here. Amazing infrastructure and captivating monuments. Entry ticket costs 60 DKK per adult as of December 2022. It is worth and the ticket cost is reasonable. Spacious parking available including charging facilities for E Cars. Recommend to visit here if you want to explore the old monuments and Danish history.

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