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@ Denmark Rundetårn
Thor begins his tour of "Denmark". Wrap up warm!
Denmark Rundetårn
While in Copenhagen, be sure to check out the Rundetårn, a flagstone walkway, in a round tower that will give travelers a wonderful view of Copenhagen

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@ Denmark Roskilde Cathedral
"'When Shakespeare wrote about a Danish prince in Hamlet, the character was based on an ancient Danish myth about Viking Prince Amled of Jutland'," read out Thor from the brochure.
Lyla selected another Nidar Smash from the bright yellow bag and crunched pleasurably for a few seconds. "That's a very long play, Thor. Hey, try one of these chocolate crispy corn things! They're sort of sweet and salty at the same time!"
Denmark Roskilde Cathedral
Located in Rosklide, the Luthern Cathedral is the official royal burial of the church for Danish monarchs. Here you can learn about 800 plus years of history and was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1995. Grab your travel partner and descend to the catacombs, be sure to watch out for ghosts!

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@ Denmark Nyhavn City Scape
"LEGO was invented by Ole Kirk Christiansen in the town of Billund in 1949," said Thor.
"Did he hand it over to his son, Young Kirk Christiansen?" responded Moonabelle wittily.
"Moonabelle! Behave!"
Denmark Nyhavn City Scape
The old city has been renovated from the old red light district sailors visited and flop houses! Now travelers can listen to music on the sidewalks and enjoy cold ale on a summer day. Different styles and cultures of fare for those wanting to try new cuisines are available as well.

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@ Denmark at the Sea
"One reason for the Danes' happiness is the importance of hygge, the Danish way of enjoying quality time with friends and family. It can be many things, such as candle-lit dinners, wine, relaxed nights in. It's hard to explain," said Thor.
"Well, we certainly came across it this time last year in the Huskies, Hijinks and Hygge experience! We had some very cosy chats with all the pets over hot chocolate by the fire every evening in our accommodation!" replied Boycee.

Denmark at the Sea
Breathing deep the briny air, watching the gulls float and dip on the horizon, kissed by the sun's promising rainbow, you can shed the days stresses and curl your toes in the sand and relax.

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@ Denmark Cold Ocean Rocks
"Hey, look at this advertisement, Starla! You can have mermaid-swimming lessons in Copenhagen!"
"That sounds amazing, Thor!"
Denmark Cold Ocean Rocks
Cold ocean breezes whip off the coast, chilling the traveler to the bone, but the stark beauty of a black and white contrast amazes those who seek to see it.

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@ Denmark Sea Grass Dunes
"Chef was saying last night that the Danish pastry actually originates from Vienna!" remarked Mousey. "In the 1840s, some Austrian bakers settled in Denmark and introduced the now well-known and much-loved pastry. For this reason Danish pastry is actually called wienerbrød or 'Viennese bread' in Denmark."
"That's funny!" responded Thor.
Denmark Sea Grass Dunes
Visiting the North Shore, the azure blue sea and sky blend effortlessly on the horizon. Grab your binoculars and see what you can see frolicking on the waves!

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@ Denmark Seaside Staircase
"Did you know that Danes have the largest Fourth of July celebration outside of the US?" said Thor.
Alexandra was intrigued. "Interesting, Thor! Why is that?"
"It goes back to the late 1800s, when one out of every ten Danes left their homeland for America."
Denmark Seaside Staircase
Be sure you have your PetBit on when you climb this set of stairs, and unless you want to spend the day on the stairs instead of enjoying the beach, be sure you don't forget your flip flops and sunscreen in the car!

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@ Denmark North Sea Wild Waves
"Take a look at this, Millicent! It says that Bluetooth technology takes its name from Danish King Harald Bluetooth, also known as Harald I. The Bluetooth symbol is a combination of the Viking runes for “H” and “B”."
"Wow, I never knew that, Thor!"
Denmark North Sea Wild Waves
The thundering roar of the sea can be felt when it crashes into the shore. From the foamy spray to the vibrations of noise zipping through, you want to keep your paws firmly planted away from the rage of salty sea washing over the beach.

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@ Denmark Shell Beach
"'When Shakespeare wrote about a Danish prince in Hamlet, the character was based on an ancient Danish myth about Viking Prince Amled of Jutland'," read out Thor from the brochure.
✯ƒaεяy∂aε✯☽☆☾✯ selected another Nidar Smash from the bright yellow bag and crunched pleasurably for a few seconds. "That's a very long play, Thor. Hey, try one of these chocolate crispy corn things! They're sort of sweet and salty at the same time!"
Denmark Shell Beach
If you're a driftwood collector or for shells, this beach is a treasure trove. Just remember that you won't be able to get them through customs with them.

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@ Denmark at Sunset
"Cycling is awfully popular here in Denmark, isn't it?" remarked Thor, looking out of the coach window.
"Apparently nine out of ten Danes own a bicycle, and they have 7500 miles' worth (12,000 km) of cycle lanes throughout the country," responded Choose a name.

Denmark at Sunset
Another sunset, another day in the books of traveling around Denmark, what will be your next adventure? Oh, wait, there's always the night life to explore!

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@ Denmark Jutland Beach Path
"There's a statue in Hjørring in Northern Jutland made of recyled materials showing a white unicorn on a plinth of crushed materials," remarked Thor.
"Wow! What's the Danish word for unicorn?" queried Starlight.
"It's Enhjørning," replied Thor.
Denmark Jutland Beach Path
Take the path set before you, or forge your own?

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@ Denmark Lyngvig Light House
"Cycling is awfully popular here in Denmark, isn't it?" remarked Thor, looking out of the coach window.
"Apparently nine out of ten Danes own a bicycle, and they have 7500 miles' worth (12,000 km) of cycle lanes throughout the country," responded Cookie.

Denmark Lyngvig Light House
Built in 1906 on the West Coast of Jutland, standing in the stairwell of this historical Light House makes one think they are inside a Nautilus shell. The starkness of blue and white draws the eye upward to the top, but do your paws have the stamina to take it all the way to to the apex?

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@ Denmark Moulded Wax Agave Flowers
"Hey, check this out, LILJE!" said Thor. "Denmark has been named one of the world's happiest countries on numerous occasions, and consistently remains in the top three in the UN World Happiness Report!"
"That sounds great, Thor! How do they do it, I wonder?"

Denmark Moulded Wax Agave Flowers
Growing in the sunlight in the town of Billund, the birthplace of those famous locking bricks, it's natural beauty lends to the landscape, it's petals look much like they're about to blow you a kiss! Catch!

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@ Denmark Øresund Bridge at Sunset
"It says here that due to the high latitude of Denmark, summer brings much longer days, with up to 17½ hours of sunlight at summer’s peak," remarked Thor.
"It will never be completely dark at that time of year then!" said Jack.
Denmark Øresund Bridge at Sunset
Situated between Sweden and Denmark, this bridge services the automobile and train alike. Stretching across the Øresund Sound it's a beautiful sight at Sunset, combining the natural beauty of nature and the imagination of man, creating a scene of tranquility.

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@ Denmark Kronborg Castle Street Scene
Oh look ... you won a pet!
Denmark Kronborg Castle Street Scene
Did you struggle having to study Hamlet at school? Well, just 45 minutes by train from Copenhagen is a town that will make Elsinore Castle a reality. Helsingør (alternative name Elsinore) is a port in eastern Denmark. Its 15th-century Castle Kronborg provided the setting for Shakespeare’s famous tragedy. The nearby Maritime Museum of Denmark illustrates 600 years of Danish seafaring history.

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@ Denmark Søndervig Sand Festival
"We'll have to make sure to look in the gift shop for a special Danish good luck troll, Allie Kat! They look so cheerful!"
"There's a museum in North Jutland devoted to the Good Luck Troll, and tells the story of how Thomas Dam created them back in the 1930s, Thor. I bet that's a story and a half!"

Denmark Søndervig Sand Festival
Travelers will be wowed by the amazing sand artists at the Søndervig festival held at one of Denmark's oldest beach town. Traditional sand sculptures can be found, but the creativity of removing sand, rather than building it, is a beautiful creative flair!

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@ Colourful Village, Faroe Islands
"Listen to this, Nibbles! The business of a Danish carpenter in the 1930s went under, so he began to make toys out of his stock of wood. One of them, a small wooden duck, was loved by his children so much that he decided to put them into production to sell. Guess what his company is called now?"
"I don't know, what is it, Thor?"
"Lego! It just proves the old saying, Out of adversity comes opportunity."
Colourful Village, Faroe Islands
There are 123 villages on the 18 Faroe Islands. Most of the villages are situated near the ocean, which is to be expected from a fishing nation. The houses are close together and most will be colourful though some will be the traditional black. Many houses will also have a turf roof.

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@ Lush Green, Faroe Islands
"It says in our brochure that Danish design is famed for its simplicity and beauty, and that an uncluttered environment is conducive to happiness," said Thor.
"I think that's very true!" replied Becky.
Lush Green, Faroe Islands
The vibrant green of spring and summer in the Faroe Islands. All the islands are covered by this lush green grass in spring and summer, with the arrival of fall the grass turns into a carpet of brown. A small stream heads under a culvert and goes on its way to the ocean.

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@ Remote Wilderness, Faroe Islands
"Cycling is awfully popular here in Denmark, isn't it?" remarked Thor, looking out of the coach window.
"Apparently nine out of ten Danes own a bicycle, and they have 7500 miles' worth (12,000 km) of cycle lanes throughout the country," responded Miss Emerald.

Remote Wilderness, Faroe Islands
If you were a writer or an artist or someone who was comfortable with your own thoughts this would be the ideal place to call home.

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@ Eysturoy, Faroe Islands
"I guess all the cycling helps with the Danes' sense of wellbeing. Copenhagen looks to be very bike-friendly," remarked Thor.
"Plus Denmark is relatively flat and isn't uphill both ways, as is the case sometimes when we go cycling at home!" responded Tester 3.

Eysturoy, Faroe Islands
East Island, the second largest of the Faroe Islands and another very important bird area. You may recognize this from the James Bond movie No Time To Die, which was filmed starting in 2018. Many locations were used around the Faroe Islands for the movie.

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@ Rocky Shore, Faroe Islands
"Have you seen this on our itinerary, PluttiPott?" queried Thor. "'Multi-coloured Nyhavn harbour in Copenhagen is instantly recognisable and often listed as one of the most colourful tourist destinations in Europe. Enjoy a stroll up and down the promenade, once walked by local resident Hans Christian Andersen, and you can also sample local delicacies here.'"
"It sounds fab, Thor!"
Rocky Shore, Faroe Islands
Volcanic eruptions over millions of years have built up the Faroe Islands. There are three layers of basalt, a dark grey igneous rock. The formations of basalt are exposed everywhere on the islands and anyone interested in geology is sure to want to pay a visit.

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@ Village, Faroe Islands
"'When Shakespeare wrote about a Danish prince in Hamlet, the character was based on an ancient Danish myth about Viking Prince Amled of Jutland'," read out Thor from the brochure.
Foxy selected another Nidar Smash from the bright yellow bag and crunched pleasurably for a few seconds. "That's a very long play, Thor. Hey, try one of these chocolate crispy corn things! They're sort of sweet and salty at the same time!"
Village, Faroe Islands
Another fantastic landscape was also used in the Bond film, No Time To Die. When you see stunning scenes like this it is no wonder this location was chosen. The Faroe Islands are made up of 18 major islands and 779 smaller islands, islets and skerries. A skerry is a rock island too small for humans to live on but often used by seabirds as nesting sites.

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@ Boat At Rest, Faroe Islands
"It says here that the name LEGO comes from the Danish leg godt," remarked Thor.
"What does it mean?" queried BERT.
"Leg godt means 'play well', responded Thor.
Boat At Rest, Faroe Islands
A highly visible red boat rests on one of the many shores in the Faroe Islands. It could belong to a fisherperson or just a quick way to get around instead of travelling overland. Fishing is the main industry accounting for 96 percent of goods exported.

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@ Saksun, Island of Streymoy
"Did you know that Danes have the largest Fourth of July celebration outside of the US?" said Thor.
lilycat was intrigued. "Interesting, Thor! Why is that?"
"It goes back to the late 1800s, when one out of every ten Danes left their homeland for America."
Saksun, Island of Streymoy
Streymoy is the largest island in the Faroe Islands and Saksun is a tiny remote village nestled between high mountains overlooking a circular lagoon. The lagoon was once a harbour but a storm filled the harbour with sand and formed the lagoon which fills with seawater from the Northern Atlantic Ocean, twice a day. A truly stunning place.

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@ Sea Stacks, Gjógv, Faroe Islands
As Thor's tour of "Denmark" comes to an end, he receives a seasonally appropriate gift!
Pastel Winter Rainbow
What a delight this rainbow is. How delicate the pastel colours are. These are also sometimes called Sundogs but I don’t find that a very fitting name for these beauties of nature. By whatever name you call these you and your pets will love to explore all the uses you can put these to in your art. They would make a wonderful slide, whee all the way down from a puffy snow cloud. Who wants to go first?
Sea Stacks, Gjógv, Faroe Islands
When wind and rain work their magic over a very long period of time they erode the land leaving behind these dramatic pillars and arches of basalt.
Thor has completed his tour of "Denmark"! Your Scandinavian tour is now over, but PnF will hold a new event again soon!