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Feel free to be as camera happy as you would like elsewhere in the Freetown, however. There is a lot of awesome street art and lovely scenery that is incredibly photogenic. Just remember to be respectful of the rules and only take mental photographs of Pusher Street. Christiania was an incredibly weird and wonderful place to spend an afternoon and it really didn t disappoint. I would wholeheartedly recommend exploring this quirky area when you visit Copenhagen.
Hi Aleah, Nice website, first time to see it – I saw a post you wrote on a Facebook group on Copenhagen. I also visited Christiania in Copenhagen and loved it. It seems you found some more raw parts to it than me. I loved the local beer, the souvenir stands and the quirkiness of it. It is breakway republics and state which interests me a lot when I travel. Safe travels. Jonny
Thanks, Jonny. I really loved my stay in Christiania since I was hosted by my friend there. I think you’d def get a different perspective when you’re with someone local.
@ Renuka: It is π
@ Melissa: Would love to see that someday!
Reminds me a little bit of Dreamtime Village in Wisconsin!
Wow… Christiania is so pretty!
@ Gabi: Yeah, it’s lovely. Although there are many other houses there which are interesting too.
The art on the wall looks very cool.I like the beautiful house called “The Pagode” .
@ Travelogged: Yeah, it’s best to go there with a local, otherwise it can get pretty overwhelming.
@ Jess: Yeah, it’s a cool place π
@ Lillie: I agree π
What a cute and pretty area!
I love the art on the walls! It looks like a cool place.
I went there but I didn’t have time for a tour and I didn’t know anyone so I barely skimmed the surface. I really enjoyed looking at your photos because you obviously saw so much more than I did. I did see some cool buildings though. To be honest, I didn’t feel comfortable when I went because I was pushing a stroller and there were a lot of large, unleashed dogs. I’d like to go back with a friendly guide!
@ Marisol: If you liked my photos here, you’d love my post on the houses. Christiania has so many wonderful ones!
@ Mary: It’s too bad you got to Pusher St. I, too, was not at ease when I went there. The rest of Christinia doesn’t have that vibe at all!
I wanted to visit Christiana because Rick Steves made it sound so interesting. We walked through last summer when we were in Copenhagen and was turned off by all the no photography signs and smell of dope in the air. I guess we were near the Green Light District area and not the best place to go on a family-friendly walk. There were a lot of people there when we visited and I felt like I got transported to the 70s. I’m impressed with all the photos you were able to take and these places you got to see. This was the Christiana I wanted to see. Although, my kids did enjoy the funky art.
Hi Aleah, what a great, fascinating post! I have not heard of Christiana. It’s interesting that such utopian community actually exists on this day and age. Would I live there? I think I can. I’m a bit of a hippie at heart and I love to be surrounded by creativity and harmony. The photos certainly looks lovely. I look forward to your post about the houses.
@ Freya: Lots and lots of colorful houses there! I’m saving it for another post π
@ Penny: LOL you got that right. It’s so full of psychedelic images.
Copenhagen in general looks like Utopia to me and this place looks like Utopia on steroids.
Looks like a wonderful place. I love the little colorful houses.
@ Cat: I envy you for being in Spain. I would LOVE to visit Barcelona and see all of Gaudi’s work!
@ Marina: I know what you mean. Being a hippie doesn’t sound all that great now, does it? I still would want to live there though π
This has to be the definition of a funky town! Not sure I would want to live there now, like a mom, but as a student, how fun would it be! And as an artist!
Sounds like a cool place, a bit like GrΓ cia in Barcelona. Thanks for sharing, especially the pictures!
@ Elizabeth: I agree. I loved what I’ve seen in Copenhagen.
@ Salika: It’s a riot of colors there. The walls bordering Christiania as well as the building walls are covered with art.
I have always wanted to go there!! What an incredible place ( Denmark in general but specifically freetown)
Sounds like an interesting place. I like the walls of Christiania.
@ Jessie: Yeah, it’s a wonderful community!
@ Andrea: Thanks. I could write more, but it will be in another post π
Have always been curious about this place. Thanks for such an in-depth post!
What a cool place!
@ Claire: Christiania is unique. If you get a chance to go to Denmark, make sure to visit it. π
Reminds me of the film “Wanderlust,” though I’m sure this commune is far better! You’re so lucky to have been there! =) It seems like a real intentional community. I hope I can visit a community like this one day, if not Christiana itself. =)
@ Gelo: A Starbucks in Christiania? Noooooo! They have a better cafe there, believe me π
@ Photo Cache: Ah, it’s more than interesting! Take the chance to go there when you’re in Europe.
I’ve seen this in Travel Channel and I thought it’s pretty interessting.
What do I think of Christiana? Beyond interesting! Would I want to liver there? Hmmm, may Starbucks ba or did I miss that part of this blog post? *kidding!* Looks viable more than fascinating!I think I can thrive there π