Tourism in Sweden and Denmark
Sweden is the first country to implement social welfare and universal medical care. Sweden is one of the countries that accept the largest number of refugees in proportion to the population in the world. Swedes are very friendly to China people. Foreigners who have legally lived in Sweden for more than five years can become Swedish citizens, provided that they have not committed serious crimes during their stay. You can apply for Swedish citizenship by marrying or cohabiting with Swedish citizens, living in Sweden for at least 3 years and marrying or cohabiting with Swedish citizens for at least 2 years. Refugees can acquire Swedish citizenship after four years of legal residence in Sweden. Foreigners who are accepted as immigrants in Sweden can be granted a permanent residence permit (PUT). Those who hold a permanent residence permit can live and work in Sweden indefinitely and enter the country without permission. Foreigners who have lived in Sweden legally for more than five years can become Swedish citizens, provided that they have not committed serious crimes during this period. A person who marries or cohabits with a Swedish citizen can acquire Swedish citizenship in a relatively short period of time, but in this case, he must generally live in Sweden for at least three years and marry or cohabit with a Swedish citizen for more than two years. A stateless person or political refugee can acquire Swedish citizenship after four years of legal residence in Sweden. First, the "clothes" in Sweden 1. The weather in Sweden needs to be reminded. The winter nights and summer days in Sweden are very long. In winter, it turns black even at two o'clock in the afternoon, while in summer, you can still see the sun at ten o'clock in the evening. It is not uncommon for the sun and the moon to appear together here. 2. Clothing preparation As for clothing preparation, considering that Sweden's own clothes, especially winter clothes, are not very expensive, and the quality is good, and they are generally waterproof.Therefore, it is recommended to buy winter clothes after going to Sweden. In addition, it is recommended to buy waterproof shoes here, and the price is not very high. Comparatively speaking, underwear and socks here are more expensive, so you can bring some from China. Sweden is still warm in winter, the temperature is close to that of Shanghai, and the indoor temperature is high, so it is not necessary to carry sweaters and trousers, but gloves and hats are necessary. Second, Sweden's "food" 1. Supermarkets Sweden's supermarkets are not much different from those in China. There are shopping baskets at the entrance, but you need to pay attention when using shopping carts. Some cars here need to be pushed away with coins of five crowns or ten crowns, and the coins will be returned when returning the car. Some plastic bags with good quality and large size in supermarkets are generally charged extra, and the price ranges from one kronor to three kronor. Of course, there are also plastic bags that are free of charge, but they are generally small and can't hold much. In addition, supermarkets in Sweden generally have recycling stations to recycle empty bottles and cans, and each can get 0. 5 kronor to 2 kronor. There is also a small post office in the supermarket to facilitate customers to post things. 2, food For food, there are many specialties in Sweden that are very delicious, including meatballs and fish, especially salmon. One way is to use potatoes, onions, milk and special ingredients, and put them in the oven for slow baking, which is very delicious and memorable. In addition, there is also apple pie, which has a unique flavor. I recommend tasting it. There are also ice creams such as Haagen-Dazs, which are very cheap. Friends who like to eat ice cream can feast their eyes.
2, bars As we all know, bars are a very important part of Swedish life, not only on weekends, but also on weekdays. I recommend some wines to you, the first one is Stor Stark, which is equivalent to domestic draft beer. It tastes sweet and bitter, and its alcohol content is not high. It is very popular in bars, and the price is not very expensive. Generally, a large glass is about 20 to 50 kronor, which is enough for one night. In addition, if there are ladies, I recommend Bally's, that is, chocolate and vodka, and White Russia and Absolut are also wines with high click frequency. There are usually a lot of fans gathered in the bar, where everyone can enjoy watching football, and those who have leisure can bet on the lottery and guess the score, which will be more enjoyable. 3. Garbage The problem of garbage disposal is more complicated in Sweden. The garbage here is generally recycled, and there are strict classifications such as paper, box, glass, used batteries and so on. In Sweden, garbage is roughly divided into seven categories: the first is domestic garbage, which refers to the garbage that needs to be treated when cooking; The second is battery, which is the same as that in many places in China. In order to protect the environment, batteries are recycled separately. The third is plastic, which is divided into soft plastic and hard plastic; The fourth is metal products; The fifth is glass products, which are divided into transparent glass and colored glass; The sixth is paper, which is divided into cardboard and soft paper, etc. Seventh, medicines include used medicine bottles,It is usually sent back to the designated garbage bin in the pharmacy. Third, Sweden's "living" 1. Student dorms are in different schools, and the accommodation fees are different. Even if the prices of dorms in the same school are different, you can apply for cheap dorms as soon as you get to school. It is more convenient to surf the Internet if you live in the school dormitory, and the computer room is generally free, which can save a sum of money. If I live for three months, I will move out. If you rent a house outside, a general house, including utilities, is generally below 3 thousand kronor.
Contact your family. PC-to-Phone is recommended here. If you buy a card with a face value of RMB 100 or 200 from the Internet, you can get a 15% or 13% discount. The call charge for domestic calls is RMB 30 per minute. As for those daily necessities, it is recommended that boys bring their own razors, and it is best for girls to bring more nursing supplies, so as to be prepared. 2. Electricity consumption In terms of electricity consumption, generally speaking, the voltage in Sweden is 240V, and all kinds of domestic appliances can basically be used directly here without a transformer, but it should be noted that the plug here is completely different from that in our country, and a conversion plug is needed due to different interfaces. Sweden uses a lot of electricity, which is amazing, perhaps because of the consideration of keeping warm. Many places, such as schools and supermarkets, use thick and heavy electric doors. As for the purchase of adapter plug, it is generally less than 30 yuan in China. When buying, pay attention to either European standard or German standard. If you buy it in Sweden, it will cost at least 100 kronor. Those friends with notebooks can be equipped with a European standard cable, which is not very expensive and does not need to change plugs. Another point is that the prices of chargers and rechargeable batteries in Sweden are very high. I suggest you bring more batteries from China. Friends who have digital cameras suggest preparing camera companions. In short, please prepare such items at home as much as possible, which can save a lot of money. 3. Water As for water, Sweden is rich in water resources and water can be directly drunk. In Sweden, every household has 24-hour piped hot water supply.Of course, the hot water here cannot be directly quoted.
4. Electrical appliances
The rice cooker is a very necessary electrical appliance, but it is very troublesome to bring it from China. The rice cooker in Sweden is generally around 200 kronor, and the price is not very expensive. Therefore, it is recommended that you buy it here after coming, and the problem of plug conversion is omitted. Another necessary electrical appliance is an electric kettle, which, like a rice cooker, costs about 200 kronor. I suggest you buy it here. In addition, if it is not urgent, I suggest you wait for the promotion opportunity, then you can buy an electric kettle with coffee, which is 100 kronor.
About computers, it is necessary to write papers, look up information and so on. If it's a notebook, you can bring it from China. If it's a desktop computer, you have to buy it here. If the configuration requirements are not high, you can buy a second-hand one, and the price is generally about four kilograms.
Mobile phone is an essential communication tool. It is recommended to buy it in China. Nokia, Motorola, Sony Ericsson and other brands of mobile phones can be used here, as long as they are equipped with Swedish SIM cards. Because the phone bill is very expensive during the day, it is recommended that you don't make phone calls during the day. In addition, many websites in Sweden provide free SMS service. It is recommended that you register here, which can save a considerable amount of money.
5. Hairdressing is very expensive in Sweden, at least several hundred kronor at a time. I suggest you learn to cut each other's hair. Of course, it may be difficult at first, but you can practice slowly. You can start work as long as you prepare the cloth, clipper (you can buy it in Sweden, the price is not high), comb, scissors and so on. Fourth, Sweden's "trip" 1. Customs In Sweden, many intersections have no traffic lights but are orderly. Cars will slow down when they are far away from pedestrians. There are not many traffic policemen here, but ambulances are always shuttling, and traffic jams also happen from time to time.
Most shops in Sweden are open from 10 am to 3 pm. People here love chatting while drinking beer outdoors, except in cold winter, so do people in spring and autumn. People like to travel and exercise as an indispensable part of their lives. Swedes, whether living in cities or villages, will be proud of their motherland. Swedish women smoke a lot, far more than China. In addition, Swedes have special feelings for horses, and horses are closely related to Swedish culture. Another strange thing is that the means of transportation here is more expensive by train than by plane. 2, transportation ◆ The characteristics of the Swedish bus can be described as highly "humanized". For example, when the vehicle enters the station, the car will automatically land slowly, making it easier for passengers to get on the bus. Buses are all unmanned ticketing systems, and there is only one driver on the bus. When passengers get on the bus, they get on the bus from the front door. Those who use the monthly ticket actively show it to the driver, while those who use the ticket give it to the driver for stamping.
There are red buttons everywhere in the carriage, which are convenient for passengers to press when they are about to arrive at the destination station. When you arrive at a station, if no one presses "stop" and no one is waiting to get on the bus, the driver will not stop at this station.
There are seats for special passengers in the carriage, such as disabled people, passengers with children and so on. One more thing to note is that the lower part of the rear door of the carriage is equipped with a detection device, that is, an automatic door. If someone stands at the rear door, the door will automatically open to facilitate passengers to get off. Generally speaking, buses in Sweden have two or four doors. In addition, there is a vehicle timetable at each bus station, and the bus will enter the station on time. ◆ Private Cars There are many private cars in Sweden, mostly Volvo, Volkswagen or BMW, and sometimes Mercedes-Benz. Generally speaking, most vehicles are practical, and cars that can accommodate four or even two people are common. What is even more exaggerated is that there is even a car that only accommodates the driver himself, which is not difficult to see in Sweden. It seems that one person can lift the car. Bicycles are very useful in Sweden, but the price is very expensive, the highest is more than ten times the domestic price, and bicycles of 20,000 to 30,000 kronor are very common, so bicycles are rare here. If you really have a soft spot for bicycles, please remind me that bicycles here are generally mountain bikes, and you need to wear a helmet when riding. Generally, bicycles on the road have their own independent lanes.
In fact, I recommend that you can buy a used car, which is convenient for transportation and can save money. Car locks are recommended to be brought from China. The locks here are expensive and of poor quality, especially those given when buying a car, and some are even like children's toys.
Finally, I would like to remind you to pay attention to a few points. Because the terrain is very undulating, you should try to choose a light car, which is easier to climb mountains. You can use the convenience of the school when you need to pump up, that is, free electric devices; In snowy weather, it is suggested not to ride a bike for your own safety. You can take a bus or walk.
Mermaid bronze statue
The Little Mermaid (Denlille Havfruit, English name: The Little Mermaid) is located on the long beach in the northeast of downtown Copenhagen. It is a world-famous bronze statue of a mermaid. Looking at the mermaid with a fishtail from afar, she sat quietly and elegantly on a huge granite, and looked sad and thoughtful at close range. The bronze statue is about 1.5 meters high and the cornerstone is about 1.8 meters in diameter. It was cast by Danish sculptor Edward Ellickson according to Andersen's fairy tale The Daughter of the Sea. This bronze statue was built by Carl Jacobson, the founder of Carlsberg Beer Company. The mermaid bronze statue has a history of more than 80 years since it was completed in 1913 on the beach of Long Beach. She has attracted countless tourists. There is a saying that you have never been to Copenhagen without seeing mermaids. The bronze statue of mermaid has become the symbol of Copenhagen. However, mermaids were also damaged by "decapitation" or "broken arm" in 1964 and 1984. In February 1998, he was beheaded again and was found again soon. Danes said that the mermaid was beheaded or her arm was broken, mostly by pranksters, whose main motivation was to seek excitement and attract media attention. Danes are proud of mermaids and have made souvenirs such as crystal mermaids and bronze statues of mermaids. It has now become a landmark building in Copenhagen.
Andersen bronze statue
Born in Austan, Denmark in 1805, Andersen wrote 150 immortal fairy tales, such as The Mermaid, The Match Girl and The Ugly Duckling, which weaved a beautiful childhood for millions of children around the world. This bronze statue of Andersen, about 3 meters high, is located beside a crowded street. Every day, many tourists pass by him. Those who know him will look up at the master's face or put their hands on his knees to take pictures as a souvenir. This master, who regards fairy tales as the best gift for children all over the world, has never had children himself. He has been frustrated in love several times and even been rumored to be gay. He came to Copenhagen at the age of 15. He once lived in a small house by the canal because of lovelorn love, and was quite depressed in his later years. At the age of 70, he died of liver cancer in a friend's country house. Now his statue, with a cane in his left hand and a book in his right hand, is separated from the pages by his index finger, with his head slightly raised to the left, looking up at Tivoli Garden, the "factory of dreams", with a look of consternation on his face.
Amalienborg Castle
Located on the shore of the Oresund in the east of Copenhagen, it is the main palace of the royal family. The Queen and his wife of Denmark spend most of their time here every year. The palace was designed by the most famous architect Nikolai Igvid, and a bronze statue of the king riding a horse was to be molded. After intense construction, four palaces were built one after another between 1754 and 1760. According to the design, an octagonal square is formed in front of these four palaces. In 1768, the bronze statue of Frederick V, which was made by French sculptor Sally, was placed in the center of the square. At that time, Baolong Foreign Firm also built a fence for the bronze statue with the money earned from its trade with China. Later, these four palaces changed hands several times, but they were always inhabited by nobles. In 1794, christiansborg slot was destroyed by fire, and the royal family decided to move the four palaces in Fort Ameline. Since then, it has been the seat of the royal family. Now, whenever Queen Margrethe II is in the palace, the Danish flag will be raised on the building where she is located. exist
At the western end of the east-west axis of the Palace Square in Amelinburg is the "Marble Church". The original intention of building this cathedral was to commemorate the 300th anniversary of oldenburg's royal rule in Denmark (1479-1749). However, after the foundation stone was laid in 1749, it was not completed until 1894, more than one hundred years later, due to lack of funds. Every day, the Royal Guards of Denmark will change their posts here at noon, forming a unique landscape here.
Parliament building is also called Christiansborg Slot.
It was first built in 1773-1775. At that time, King Christian VI razed the old palace (Copenhagen Palace) to the ground for pleasure, and built a splendid, gorgeous and comfortable new palace on this basis. Because this palace is the bedroom of King Christian VI, it was named christiansborg slot. Christiansborg slot has a Rococo-style architectural style in the 18th century in Europe, which is characterized by delicate and complicated, white and gray tones. The ceiling decoration inside the palace is very luxurious, and the rooms are made of marble or wooden floors. Thick tapestries or oil paintings are hung on the wall. All the rooms are decorated with crystal chandeliers, mirrors, French furniture and various artworks. A royal horse farm was built in the backyard of Gongbao, and two rows of side houses with medieval architectural characteristics were built on both sides of the horse farm. At the exit of the racecourse, two rococo-style dome-shaped stone pavilions were also built on the left and right sides. There are buildings on both sides of the stone pavilion, which are connected with the side rooms of the horse training ground. Between the two stone pavilions, there is a road for horses and chariots, and the end of the road is connected with a marble bridge. Since 1849, christiansborg slot has been used as a place for parliament. Christiansborg slot is now the seat of the Danish Parliament, so it is also called the Parliament Building. Here, the Prime Minister's Office, the Queen's Reception Hall and the Danish Supreme Court are all located in the palace, and ministers of the Danish government also have an office here. Now part of Christianburg is the Royal Danish Welcome Room. As the name implies, the Royal Welcome Room in Denmark is used by members of the royal family in Denmark for reception activities. In these rooms,The Queen received the ambassadors of various countries in Denmark, accepted the Royal New Year address at the New Year, and met with visiting important foreign leaders here. The Royal Guest Room is luxuriously decorated, which contains many precious works of art, including many works by famous artists in the world in the early 20th century. The Royal Welcome Room is divided into many small rooms, including the Giant Hall, the King's Ladder, the Crown Room, the Frederic Room, the hall with giant tapestries, the Royal Ballroom and the Queen's private library.
crystal palace
Frederiksborg Slot (Crystal Palace) is located in Hillerod, a small town in the north of Xilan Island, about 45 kilometers northwest of Copenhagen. Its buildings are located on three small islands in the lake, surrounded by ripples of lake light and beautiful scenery. This palace was built in King Frederick II (
1559-1588) in 1560. After his son Christian IV (1588-1648) succeeded to the throne, some of the original buildings were demolished, and a new building was built on the easternmost island in 1600. This palace has 60 halls and adopts the architectural style of the Dutch Renaissance. It is the most prominent Renaissance-style building in Northern Europe and is known as the "Palace of Versailles in Denmark". Some people call it the Crystal Palace for short. The Philippine Palace is a trilateral building. The front and right wing are palaces, and the left wing is a church. The palace is topped with copper plates and decorated with four minarets, which adds beauty to the building. There is a long corridor in the northeast corner, which crosses the lake and leads people into the king's reception hall. From 1671 to 1840, kings of all dynasties held coronation ceremonies in the Philippine Palace Church. In 1859, a fire destroyed most of the furniture in the palace, and all the roofs and minarets were destroyed, only the church survived. In 1876, Jacobson, the founder of Carlsberg Brewery, who was enthusiastic about cultural undertakings, donated all the repair expenses for the restoration of the Philippine Palace, and proposed to turn the Philippine Palace into the Danish National History Museum. His suggestion was adopted. During the restoration, important halls such as the Knight Hall were restored to their original appearance, and other rooms were built according to the needs of the museum. In 1878, the Danish National Museum of History was established in the Philippine Palace, and some famous oil painters hired by Jacobson painted oil paintings with Danish history as the theme for the museum. At present, the museum has a collection of works by famous Danish painters since the 16th century.It also includes a large number of portraits of famous people.
Kronborg Slot (also known as Hamlet Castle)
It is located at the seaside of Helsingor in the north of Xilan Island, across the sea from Helsingborg in Sweden, at the narrowest exit of the Oresund, one of the Baltic Sea estuaries, 45km northeast of Copenhagen. Clonburg Palace, which means "Crown Palace", was built in 1574 and completed in 1585. The castle was designed and built by Dutch architects. The palace is made of rocks and has a brown copper roof. It is magnificent and magnificent, and it is the most exquisite Renaissance palace in Northern Europe.
Clonburg Palace was destroyed twice in history. It was destroyed or looted twice in 1629 and 1658-1660, and it took years of restoration to gradually form its present appearance. By the time of King Frederick IV (1699-1730), the fortifications around the Kronburg Palace were strengthened and the palace was constantly restored. From 1785 to 1922, Kronburg was used as a barracks. The artillery around the palace fort has a history of 200 to 300 years. There are a large number of ancient tapestries and oil paintings in the palace. On the wall of the outer court of Clonburg Palace, there is a commemorative relief statue of Shakespeare. When visitors visit the Clonburg Palace, they must take pictures in front of Shakespeare. According to legend, it was in this castle that Shakespeare wrote the famous tragedy Hamlet. At present, the palace is under construction. When visitors visit Denmark, they can also visit the Oresund outside, in addition to the Kronburg Palace. The Oresund is the main channel connecting the Baltic Sea and the North Sea (ships can sail from the Baltic Sea to the North Sea, or pass through the Fermat Strait south of Loran Island in southern Denmark, great belt or Little Bert Strait, and then pass through the ScarGerakl Strait between kattegat, Denmark and Norway in the north of the Oresund). Therefore, the strategic position of the Oresund is very important. Tourists stand on the seawall in front of the Kronburg Palace and look east, which is the city of Helsingborg, Sweden. It is the narrowest part of the Oresund. According to a Danish navy colonel, it is about 4 kilometers wide and the deepest water depth is 20 meters. Denmark stipulates that any foreign submarine must surface when passing through the Oresund. Besides,There is also a Frederic Castle (also known as Summer Palace) on the island of Xilan, which is called the Three Castles of Xilan, together with the Kronburg Palace and the Fiedleburg Palace. The castle is also unique in style, which complements the other two castles. It is also very worthy of your good look.
