Rundetaarn – Round Tower
Rundetaarn (The Round Tower) was built on the initiative of King Christian IV (1588-1648) with Hans Steenwinkel the Younger as the architect. On July 7th -1637, the foundation stone for Rundetaarn was laid. The tower was the first stage of the Trinitatis complex, which was to gather three important facilities for the scholars of the seventeenth century: an astronomical observatory, a student church and a university library.
Address: Koebmagergade 52a
photo credit: auntjojoView of Copenhagen from the top of Rundetaarn
photo credit: Poom! It’s a long walk to the top
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Posted: October 21st, 2008 under Sights.
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