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Copenhagen Monuments and Historic Buildings: Round Tower



Round Tower

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One of the most significant structures in Denmark, the Round tower or the Rundetårn is a 17th century tower which is situated in central part of Copenhagen in Denmark. This historic site is known to be one of the countless architectural projects of Christian IV, built as an astronomical observatory. At present, the tower serves as an observation tower, an exhibition, a public astronomic observatory and also a concert venue and a historical monument.

Website:           http://www.rundetaarn.dk/engelsk/frames.htm

Mail ID:                        post@rundetaarn.dk

Address:          Rundetårn - Round Tower, Købmagergade 52A (Pedestrian street), 1150 Copenhagen K

Telephone:       +45.33.73.0373

Fax:                  +45.33.73.0377

Opening hours: 21 May – 20 September daily 1000 – 2000 hours

  21 September – 20 May daily 1000 – 1700 hours

Mid–October to mid-March, Tuesday and Wednesday, both the Tower and the Observatory are open 1900 – 2200 hours.

Category: Monument and Historic Building


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