Kastellet, Copenhagen
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Kastellet (Danish pronunciation: [kʰæˈsteˀlð̩]; transl. "The Citadel") is a citadel located in Copenhagen, Denmark. It is one of the best preserved fortresses in Northern Europe. It is constructed in the form of a pentagon with bastions at its corners. Kastellet was continuous with the ring of bastioned ramparts which used to encircle Copenhagen but of which only the ramparts of Christianshavn remain today.
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Kastellet | |
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Citadellet Frederikshavn | |
Part of Fortifications of Copenhagen | |
Copenhagen in Denmark | |
Coordinates | 55°41′28″N 12°35′38″E |
Type | Citadel |
Site information | |
Open to the public | Yes |
Condition | Well preserved |
Website | Official website (in Danish) |
Site history | |
Built | 30 October 1664 (1664-10-30) |
In use | 1624–1830s |
Materials | earthworks |
Garrison information | |
Current commander | Major Allan Bo Petersen |
Past commanders | Prince Frederik of Hesse |
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A number of buildings are located within the grounds of Kastellet, including the Citadel Church as well as a windmill. The area houses various military activities but it also serves as a public park and a historic site.