Hammershus Castle Ruins

Hammershus is the largest ruined castle in Northern Europe. Founded in the thirteenth century by the archbishop in Lund, Hammershus played a vital role in history for a few hundred years.

Østermarie Chruch Ruins

The old church in Østermarie on Bornholm. They started to tear it down only to stop when they realized its unique architecture. The new church is built right next to the ruins. 

The Holy Cliffs

Helligdomsklipperne on Bornholm. The Holy Cliffs. 

Bornholm's Round Churches

Nylars. No one knows for sure why four of the churches on the small island of Bornholm are round. It is likely they have been used to defend the island, and for storing goods--maybe for the Baltic crusades. Some speculate that the Templar Knights were involved in building the churches even if evidence is lacking.

Nylars.

Nyker. 

Ols.

Østerlars.

Østerlars.

Sønderborg Castle

Sønderborg Castle was built in the 12th Century.

Gråsten Castle

 

Gråsten Castle, first mentioned in 1648, is one of Queen Margrethe's summer residenses. It was a favorite of her parents', King Frederik and Queen Ingrid.

 

Looking through one of the enormous hedgerows.

The park is public and filled with all kinds of flowers. It's simply a stunning place.

 

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