{"id":236187,"date":"2023-07-01T14:27:54","date_gmt":"2023-07-01T08:57:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/traveltriangle.com\/blog\/?p=236187"},"modified":"2024-07-04T14:29:21","modified_gmt":"2024-07-04T08:59:21","slug":"the-little-mermaid","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/traveltriangle.com\/blog\/the-little-mermaid\/","title":{"rendered":"The Little Mermaid: A Guide To Copenhagen\u2019s Iconic Landmark"},"content":{"rendered":"

Copenhagen, the capital city of Denmark, attracts tourists from across the globe as it is one of the most attractive cities that is dotted with all the art and culture on display in the form of heritage sites, properties, and sculptures. One such, more than a century old statuette, is the little mermaid figurine that sits yearningly on a rock with a granite base on the banks of Langelinie, in the old district of Nyhavn by the port. Attracting more than 5 million visitors, this iconic statue has created the record of being the most photographed attraction in Copenhagen.<\/em><\/p>\n

Historical Significance Of The Little Mermaid<\/h2>\n
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However, a famous brewer by name of Carl Jacobson from Carlsberg was certainly impressed by attending a ballet based on one such fairy tale- The Little Mermaid, so much so, that he commissioned the statue of the same to an accomplished sculptor \u2013 Edvard Erikson. He later gifted this masterpiece to the city of Copenhagen. Ever since this statue of the little mermaid is mounted on a rock, by the waterfront of the Langelinie Quay in Copenhagen, Denmark.<\/p>\n

The original fairy tale was written by a Danish author by the name of Hans Christian Anderson, and Carls Jacobson was not only fascinated by the ballerina but also with the Little Mermaid Story. When he gifted the statue as a tribute to the city of Copenhagen, soon enough it became an icon representing this city. Apparently decorating public places with historical figurines was trending in those times. The inauguration of this bronze statue occurred on 23 August 1913, and in 2013 it became a century old figurine that created history by attracting innumerable visitors from all over the world.<\/p>\n

Best Time to Visit The Little Mermaid<\/h2>\n
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The climate in and around the statue is generally cold so summer is the ideal time to visit this place, also, it gets crowded with the passing day, so early morning visit is also advised so as to avoid getting jostled in the crowds while taking a selfie. As the name suggests, the statue of the Little Mermaid is literally very small, thus often, many tourists who are not aware of its origin and background, are a tad disappointed by the size of the statue.<\/p>\n

The Little Mermaid Statue Facts<\/h2>\n
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Appearance:<\/strong> The little mermaid is oeuvre de art, that was sculpted by the eminent sculptor Edvard Erikson who created it with bronze and seated it on a granite base, on the top of a rock. It is a 4 feet tall figurine weighing 175kgs, that stares wistfully into the void with an element of sadness surrounding it. The statue is a petite one with two tails, which is the only contradiction to the little mermaid story, wherein the mermaid had only one tail.<\/p>\n

Story of conception:<\/strong> Ellen Price was the ballerina who had inspired Carl to commission the sculpture of the little mermaid, so while she modelled for the face, Edvard Erikson, the sculptor, made his wife Eline to model for the rest of the body.<\/p>\n

The Fable:<\/strong> As the legend goes, there was a mermaid who had a quest for an eternal life for her soul, but she falls in love with a prince and then gives up everything for him. It is believed that she swims from the bottom to the top of the ocean twice a day, once in the morning and also in the evening to meet her prince. Another story that is doing rounds is that the existing statue in Copenhagen is a copy, while the original one is hidden by the Eriksen Heirs in a secret place.<\/p>\n

Must Read:<\/strong> Christmas In Denmark: 13 Places To Enjoy The Christmas Vibes In Europe<\/a><\/p>\n

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