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Consists of a number of combined parks primarily based on former monastery land. It was established in early 19th century and found its present form in the 1930s. The park is home to cultural events including performances for children at the amphitheater on summer Thursdays.
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Established in 1915 by Roskilde's patron, O.H. Schmeltz. Comprises a playground for children, a snake-like walking path and other areas well suited for a stroll or for hanging around. The park is home to cultural events including summer concerts Tuesdays in July. You can walk from the city centre to the Viking museum through the park.
Local history museum, but well in tune with other attractions, it also has a good collection of viking archaeological finds, some connecting to the sagas about the legendary Beowulf.
Roskilde Miniby
Model of Roskilde as it might have looked in its heyday around 1400. The model is at scale 1:200 and is around 50 m². It was finalised in 1999 but was not displayed at its present location until 2005.
Home to two exhibitions, the Museum of Contemporary Art and the Palace Wing. A four-wing yellow baroque building built in the 18th century. It was home to the king and his family when around.
Roskilde Domkirke
On UNESCO World Heritage List. This is where Danish kings and queens have been buried for a thousand years, 20 kings and 17 queens lie in the four chapels here. Most impressive are the temple like monuments for King Christian III and his wife. A wooden church was built here in the 10th century; the present church was built in early 13th century. Home to the Cathedral Museum. See also Nordic monarchies.
Built in 1884 in Gothic style. Now home to the local tourist information office.