Rosenborg Castle

1/8/2012
Today, Cameron was feeling better so we ventured out to see the Rosenborg Castle. Built in 1606-1634 by King Christian IV as a royal pleasure retreat, Rosenborg is today a museum with objects related to the Danish monarchs during the last 400 years - including the current Queen Margrethe II.

When works in the basement were being carried out in preparation for making the rooms ready for admitting the public, three openings were revealed in the ceiling - this turned out to be quite a sensation! It proves that the stories told by royal emmisaries in the late 1600, regarding the fact that sweet music seemed to come from invisible sources, were true. King Christian IV had musicians placed in the basement and the music came up through canals in the floor.

In the basement the Royal Regalia and state jewelry belonging to the present queen are on display. This is also where you find the 'Green Cabinet' with objects from the private collection of the monarchs and the recently opened 'Third Cabinet' where unique works in ivory and amber made by past members of the royal families are exhibited.

Corey was amazed at the endless China Collection.

Royal horse saddle & bridle covered in tiny pearls and gems.

The crowns are on display unless  being worn.

The outside of the castle is lovely, as well as the grounds that surround it. I can't wait to see it in the spring with all of the blooming flowers!!!