Rosenborg Castle

The Rosenborg Castle is the ideal illustration of Danish Renaissance architecture and one of the best Renaissance Architectures. Under the Danish monarch Christian IV, the castle was initially constructed in 1606 as a rural vacation residence. It stands out for having high towers and red masonry with sandstone decorations.

The absolutist kings' coronation chair and the queens' throne with the three silver lions seated in front are two of Rosenborg's biggest draws. A sizable collection of silver furniture, the majority of which date from the 17th century, is also present in the Long Hall.

Rosenborg, a prime example of Christian IV's numerous construction projects, exists today with its tall towers and red brick walls adorned with sandstone, fully formed despite many adjustments along the road. It was constructed in a specific Dutch Renaissance design that came to be associated with Danish construction during that time. The names of two architects, Bertel Lange and Hans van Steenwinckel, are connected to the castle. Christian IV had a deep understanding of architecture and gave his building projects his all. Although the king's personal contribution to Rosenborg is frequently debated, many of the concepts were certainly his own.

Location: Copenhagen, Denmark

Time: 1606-1624