Amalienborg

Amalienborg is the Royal Family's residence in Copenhagen and consists of four identical palaces surrounding an octagonal courtyard. In the center stands French sculptor J.F.J. Saly's equestrian statue of Frederik V.

The complex was built on the initiative of Frederik V to mark the 300th anniversary of the coronation of Christian I. The plots were given to four prominent noblemen who committed to building identical palaces designed by court architect Nicolai Eigtved.

Amalienborg became a royal residence after Christiansborg Palace burned down on the night between 26 and 27 February 1794. Since then, it has been the main residence of the Danish Royal Family.

Today, King Frederik X and Queen Mary live in Frederik VIII's Palace, while Crown Prince Christian resides in one of the other palaces. Former Queen Margrethe II lives in Christian IX's Palace. The changing of the guard at Amalienborg is a popular tourist attraction.