Denmark Capital Elsinore

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Known for its famous castle associated with Shakespeare's "Hamlet", this bustling city also boasts a few museums and historic sites.

Helsingør (also known as Elsinore) is a city on the island of Zealand in eastern Denmark. It is known internationally for its castle Kronborg, where William Shakespeare's play Hamlet is set. The castle itself is an UNESCO World Heritage Site and a production of Hamlet is performed annually in its courtyard since 1937, with a tradition of notable actors performing in the title role. Other local points of interest are the Danish Maritime Museum and the kulturværftet.

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Elsinore, Denmark

Helsingør by Pierre Gorissen

Known for its famous castle associated with Shakespeare's "Hamlet", this bustling city also boasts a few museums and historic sites.
Kronborg Castle, Elsinore

Denmark_0468 - Kronborg Castle by Dennis Jarvis

Best-known as the setting of Shakespeare's "Hamlet", this Renaissance castle dates to the 15C and represent Denmark's naval history.
Danish Maritime Museum, Elsinore

Long glass walls inside the old dry dock by Beth

Dedicated to local maritime history, this museum follows Danish trade and shipping from the 15C to the present day.
Historic Center, Elsinore

Helsingör by Daniel Mott

Wander through this historic Danish town, rest in a cafe, and enjoy the local culture.
Beach, Elsinore

View by Asbjørn Sørensen Poulsen

Spend a warm day relaxing in the sunshine and swimming in the water at the lovely beaches flanking Elsinore.

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Denmark_0468 - Kronborg Castle by Dennis Jarvis

Kronborg Castle, Elsinore

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