Royal Library Garden, Library garden in Slotsholmen, Denmark.
The Royal Library Garden is a green space on Slotsholmen defined by flower beds, large trees, and a central water basin. The grounds sit between Christiansborg Palace and the Royal Library building, creating a sheltered retreat.
The garden was created in 1920 on the site of a former royal port from Christian IV's era. Its design preserves remnants of this maritime past through original mooring rings and architectural elements.
The garden honors Søren Kierkegaard, the Danish philosopher whose manuscripts are housed in the adjacent Royal Library. A bronze statue of the thinker anchors the space and draws visitors interested in his legacy.
The garden is open daily with multiple entry points accessible from Christiansborg's courtyard. Benches are scattered throughout under trees and along walls, making it easy to find a quiet spot.
A copper column roughly 26 feet (8 meters) tall in the center of the garden releases water on the hour, creating a striking moment in the otherwise quiet setting. Original column bases from the former Christiansborg structure sit as sculptural elements at the garden's corners.
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