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Hoejbo Plads Midt pa pladsen, Copenhagen 1200 DenmarkMap
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  • Mikael F
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    The founder of Copenhagen

    This striking equestrian statue of Absalon at Højbro Plads was erected in 1902 in memory of Bishop Absalon (1128-1201). Absalon gazes from his galloping horse over Slotsholmen. However, his head and...

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    Reviewed on Aug 5, 2022
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    Revered founder in great portrayal

    In scenic Højbro Plads the revered founder of the city and national hero is depicted dynamically in sculpture. On a spirited rearing horse with fully extended mane the Bishop sits with full armour ...

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    Reviewed on May 25, 2022
  • Steve-and-Andie
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    Grand monument

    As equestrian monuments go this is a good one. Bishop Absalom on horseback is at the end of Hoejbo Plads, right across the road from where he built his castle over 800 years ago and where Christiansb...

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    Reviewed on Dec 13, 2019
  • zuv
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    Equestrian statue

    An equestrian statue placed in Hojbro Plads square. Nothing special, nothing uncommon at it.There are thousands of similar statues in the world.You can see it on the go, there is no need to stop.

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    Reviewed on Nov 19, 2019
  • Linda K
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    Another lovely equestrian statue

    The statue honors Bishop Absalon who built his castle on Slotsholmen in the 11th century on the site where Christiansborg Slot stands today. Copenhagen's legendary founder is depicted as a military co...

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    Reviewed on Nov 7, 2019
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