Copenhagen (1st July 2010)

In the morning after a good night's sleep, me and Marjaana had a wonderful breakfast outside. We were barefoot. The sun was shining and it was really warm. Compared to Tórshavn it was like another planet (no clouds, no rain, no fog) and it felt really strange at first. Luckily I could adjust quickly!:)


Marjaana lent me her bike and we took the traditional Danish way into the heart of the city: we took the bike route, and this one was the scenic route via the Amager beach. It was so nice! Here are a few pictures.

Me and Marjaana at Amager beach.

Marjaana had to go to work so I had Copenhagen all to myself! And riding a bike in Copenhagen is definitely the way to experience this lovely Nordic metropol by the sea. Note that the Danish are very, how should I say, strict about the rules of riding a bike: signal clearly where you're going and, most preferably, ride your bike fast and with a fierce attitude. I went to the Royal Library and Vores Frelsers Kirke (Our Savior's Church), which is also a high point above CPH. 


I had a lovely lunch at the Library, I recommend the restaurant there. The food was tasty at a good price aka not too expensive. The library also has a very nice gift shop and the Danish Museum of Photography is also located in the same building. I went and saw the exhibition and it consisted of very brutal stories of violence against refugee women in Denmark. The women were more or less under the control of their sadistic husbands or boyfriends.

Lunch at the Royal Library.

The Royal Library.

Me at the top of the church tower.

View from above.

Oh yes. Those are my shoes. Awfully high above ground zero!

Biking around I got lost a few times, but that didn't matter because I had some free time alone before Marjaana got off work. And on my adventures I met a stork!

A stork in the park!

Ice-cream in Nyhavn, central CPH.

After a few hours of solo adventure, I met Marjaana in Nyhavn for some ice-cream. Then we went home and bought food and wine and had a lovely time. After a long day of adventures in the fresh sea air, I didn't have to wait long for sleep to come find me!

From Tórshavn to Copenhagen (30th June 2010)

Once in Copenhagen I took the train to the Central station, where I left my bags in a locker. I had some time on my own, since my friend, Marjaana, was still at work. So I strolled around the city doing everything and nothing in particular. I went to the shops I usually go to, picke up food where I always pick up food (my cousin showed this Chinese take away restaurant to me in 2004, see photo). I took some photos at Rosenborg castle and on the streets.

Easy and comfortable: Chinese Take Away 
from a familiar restaurant. 

And Adidas sneakers:)

Cute guys showing off their street dance skills!

Rosenborg castle, in the heart of CPH

Detail of Rosenborg castle.

The funniest thing happened when I was walking incognito on the streets of Copenhagen: I actually met the guy (Heini) we had had to give us a lecture on religion&politics! Apparently when you know someone from the Faroe Islands, you immediately meet them on the streets of Copenhagen:) You can find an entry of Heini's lecture by clicking this link. Heini was on his way to Roskilde: I want to go there, too, some day!

Finally when I got tired of walking, I went and sat down at the Danish Film Institute. I noticed that the Film Institute had free wireless Internet, so I opened my computer. I decided to check where my course friend, Hjørdis' BBQ-party was being held at. I was aware of the party, but I hadn't had the time to check the adress while still in Tórshavn. It turned out that Hjørdis lived quite close by to the Film Institute (well, close by is relative as you know, but within walking distance for me!). So I sent her a text that I'll be coming to her party after all!

Waiting for food to get ready:) Hjørdis to the right.

I walked briskly for a couple of kilometres and took a pitstop at a local food market: bought a few ciders, grapes and candy for the BBQ-party. When I arrived the pittoresque backyard was full with lovely Nordic people: many Norwegians (Hjørdis is also Norwegian), one Swedish guy and one Finn (=me:)! I couldn't figure out where all the Danish were, though, but my guess is Roskilde:)

The food was awesome and man was I HUNGRY! Many different delicious things roasting on the barbeque, accompanied by salads, fruit and veggies, dessert, wine and cider. The atmosphere was welcoming and warm and it was nice to meet up with Hjørdis so soon after the course in Tórshavn. I was a happy girl!:)

After a nice meal, good food in good company, I had to head downtown to meet up with Marjaana, who had gotten off work and dinner with work friends. It was late, so I just left my stuff at the Central station and we went straight down to Amager to "our" appartment. I was going to stay at Marjaana's friend's place for a couple of days, my flight to Turku wasn't until Friday. But right then and there, it was time to get some sweet sleep! I fell asleep as soon as my head hit the pillow.

Day 24 (Wed): Bye bye Faroe Islands, Hello Copenhagen!

Weather: a bit foggy, but no rain
Walked: very little, only down to the bus terminal

This day was a sad day. It started with a nice breakfast with Mrs. Fanny. We had also a Danish man staying in the house for Bed and Breakfast, so we were three at the table. It was inevitably time for goodbyes and then I walked down to the bus terminal.

I had my last look at Tórshavn while walking with my big backpack. I had  had a wonderful in Tórshavn time and I would miss it all.. On the bus I looked at the sheep on the green hills, the foggy skies and listened to people talking.


I was good and early at the terminal. Boarding and the security check went well. On the flight to Copenhagen I sat next to a young mother who had two sons. The younger one was still a baby and sat in his mothers lap, but the older one was probably around four or five. I played with him and helped him build his Lego-toys and we had small discussions in Danish. They were on their way to visit the Danish grandparents and obviously the mother was pleased to have me help with the kids and keep the older one occupied. I must admit though, that I was the "Funny lady" because of the free drinks the flight attendants were serving!:)

My turkey sandwich, red wine and Cola. Coffee and Bailey's afterwards:)

Atlantic Airways (see link here) is a good company: good service and customers are valued!:)