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Roskilde Cathedral (Danish: Roskilde Domkirke), in the city of Roskilde on the island of Zealand (Sjælland) in eastern Denmark, is a cathedral of the Lutheran Church of Denmark. The cathedral is the most important church in Denmark, the official royal burial church of the Danish monarchs, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site .
Visit the official royal burial church and World Heritage Site in Roskilde, Denmark. Explore the architecture, history and royal tombs of 800 years of Danish kings and queens.
Learn about the history and architecture of Roskilde Cathedral, Scandinavia's first Gothic brick cathedral and the mausoleum of the Danish royal family. See photos, maps, documents and videos of this outstanding example of European religious architecture.
Jul 6, 2021 · Learn about the gothic cathedral in Denmark that is a UNESCO World Heritage site and the burial place of many Danish monarchs. Discover its architecture, sculptures, paintings, and storm bell, and how to visit it from Copenhagen.
4 days ago · May 27, 2024. Rising majestically above the medieval cityscape of Roskilde, Denmark, the brick towers and copper-clad spires of Roskilde Cathedral beckon to visitors from afar. For nearly 1000 years, this UNESCO World Heritage Site has served as both the spiritual heart of the Danish nation and the final resting place of its monarchs.
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Roskilde Cathedral is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a Gothic brick church with a 1000-year history of royal burials. Learn about its architecture, cultural significance, and the stories of the kings and queens who are laid to rest here.
Visit the cathedral where 40 Danish kings and queens are buried, and admire its unique architecture and history. Learn about the cathedral's treasures, the dragon, the clock and the royal tombs on a guided tour.
