Things to do in Malmo

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Turning Torso

Turning Torso is a landmark of Malmo and one of the tallest modern buildings in the city. Located near the beach, it looks like a giant twisting its waist from a distance. The entire building rotates 90 degrees, making it a highly creative piece of architecture. Please note that the building contains apartments, offices, and meeting rooms, so you may not be able to enter freely for a visit, but taking photos from the outside is also a great option.

No. 1 of Best Things to Do in Denmark

New Harbor

New Harbor is a 17th-century canal district that retains its historic charm to this day. Colorful old townhouses and historic mansions line both sides of the canal, their vibrant facades reflecting on the water, creating a striking contrast in architectural styles. The north side is bustling with numerous bars and restaurants, making it perfect for casual gatherings, while the south side is relatively quiet. Both sides offer unique charm for photography. Several historic wooden ships are moored in the canal year-round and can be viewed up close. The fairy tale author Hans Christian Andersen once lived here, and a commemorative plaque in the district records this history. Taking a canal cruise from here is a classic way to experience the charm of the city's waterways. You can explore by walking along the canal or by taking a boat to admire the architecture from the water.

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Malmö Castle

Malmö Castle was originally built in 1434, but the castle was destroyed in the early 16th century. The current castle was rebuilt in 1530 by order of King Christian III of Denmark in the Dutch Renaissance style. Today, the castle serves as a museum and is home to 4 museums: the Malmo City Museum, the Malmo Art Museum, the Malmo Museum of Technology, and the Malmo Museum of Natural History.

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Tivoli Gardens

• An amusement park that integrates various artistic styles, with a variety of amusement facilities, musical theatres, open-air stages and etc. • The best choice for family gatherings to embrace happiness △ Enjoy a day of amusement featuring nonstop entertainment, exhilarating rides, lovely gardens, and delectable cuisine △ Embrace happiness with your beloved children and family.

No. 3 of Best Things to Do in Denmark

Amalienborg Palace

Amalienborg Palace is where the Danish royal family resides, that is, the royal palace. In 1794, during the reign of Christian VII, Christiansborg Palace caught fire, forcing the royal family members to relocate to Amalienborg Palace for refuge. To commemorate this monarch, people built an equestrian statue of Frederick V, which stands at the center of the octagonal plaza of the royal palace. The four old buildings are Christian VII's Palace, built in 1754 and now the royal reception hall, Christian VIII's Palace, Christian IX's Palace completed in 1758, and Frederik VIII's Palace where Queen Ingrid lived. Christian VIII's Palace officially opened to the public in 1994, displaying items used by the royal family before 1947. The royal guard sets off at 11:30 in the morning, circles through the old town, and returns to the palace, then punctually performs the changing of the guard ceremony in the square at 12:00. Don't miss such a distinctive event.

St. Peter's Church

Øresund Bridge

Øresund Bridge spans the Oresund Strait, connecting the two metropolitan areas of Copenhagen, the capital of Denmark, and Malmo, a city in Sweden. Øresund Bridge consists of two parts: a cable-stayed bridge and an undersea tunnel. The 8 km long bridge is mostly located in Sweden, extending to the artificial island of Peberholm (in Denmark) in the strait. Trains between Malmo and Copenhagen run across the bridge, which is very convenient. Vessels typically pass through the Drogden Strait, with the undersea tunnel located directly below; the view of the Øresund Bridge from a distance is spectacular.

Steakhouse

Malmo's small square is not far from the city hall. There are open-air cafes and restaurants on the square, and there are old buildings around. Locals often choose to drink coffee and chat here, which can be said to be a very lively place in Malmö. And it is also close to the pedestrian street, whether you are tired from shopping, or you can go shopping after eating. There is a giant table lamp on the square, which was built in 2006 and is 5.8 meters high. Standing under this huge table lamp, it seems to be in a fairy tale world.

Oresund Strait

The Oresund Strait on the west side of Scania, Sweden, is an important waterway connecting the Baltic Sea to the Atlantic Ocean. It connects Zealand, Denmark, and Scania, Sweden, with a total length of approx. 110 km and a water depth of up to 28 m in some areas. As one of the most strategically valuable shipping channels in Northern Europe, the strait sees over 100 vessels pass through daily, making it one of the busiest international shipping lanes in the world. The Danish capital, Copenhagen, and Sweden's third-largest city, Malmo, are located on opposite shores, and the two cities are connected by land via theØresund Bridge. The natural view of the strait presents a diverse charm. The west bank in Scania features pastoral scenery interwoven with gentle hills, golden rapeseed fields, and white sandy beaches. In spring, melting snow creates cascading waterfalls; in the fall, colorful forests are reflected in the clear water; and in winter, frozen lakes shimmer against snow-capped mountains. Historic port cities such as Helsingborg are scattered along the coast, preserving cultural heritage sites like stone churches. As a natural boundary between Scania and Denmark, the Oresund Strait not only handles over 40% of maritime trade in Northern Europe but also sustains bird migration routes and marine biodiversity between the two shores through its ecological corridor, serving as a model for the fusion of nature and culture.

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The Little Mermaid

The Little Mermaid is located in Langelinie Park in the northeast of downtown Copenhagen, Denmark. It was cast by a Danish sculptor based on Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tale "The Little Mermaid." The bronze statue was unveiled in Langelinie Park in 1913. With over a century of history, it is a world-famous bronze statue and a symbol of Copenhagen, attracting countless tourists. The Little Mermaid is only 1.5m tall, about the height of a teenager. From a distance, this human-bodied, fish-tailed The Little Mermaid sits on a huge rock, looking quiet, elegant, and leisurely. If you look closer, however, The Little Mermaid appears to be a sad young girl. Visitors here can observe the facial features of The Little Mermaid in detail. This beautiful statue has had its head cut off by thieves multiple times, so the head of The Little Mermaid you see now was replaced later and is not the original. Concerned that too many tourists might damage the bronze statue, the local government relocated The Little Mermaid further out into the sea in March 2006. Today, when you come to Langelinie Park, you can only view The Little Mermaid in the water from outside the fence along the shore and take photos with it from across the fence. Please note that there are many tourists outside the fence, so please be careful when taking photos.