Freetown Christiania
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Lotte van den Heuvel
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"Of the places not to miss when in København is Christiania. After reading the reviews on Google, I wasn’t sure whether it would be safe to visit, but I was pleasantly surprised. The atmosphere on a sunny day is actually rather cheerful.
Christiana is a small self-governed enclave within København. It started in the 1970’s as anarchist groups squatted in its buildings. Nowadays, it’s reknown for the weed trade, which happens openly on the streets (whilst being illegal in the rest of Denmark). In terms of sustainability, buying drugs is never a good idea, and the same counts for dealing in Christiana.
Because the inhabitants of the area do depend on tourists for their livelihood, you can support them by buying locally crafted beer or eat at one of the food stalls.
I didn’t feel unsafe walking around through Christiana on my own, due to the large number of tourists, and as said, it being a bright and sunny day. I can imagine the place looking a bit more grim on a rainy day, but in general I wouldn’t worry too much about safety when walking around the main streets."
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Sofia B
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"This is such a unique and controversial place.
Christiania was created back in the 70s when a group of free-spirited people started taking over abandoned military barracks with the aim to create a self-governing car-free society.
Around 1000 citizens live here and it has its own rules and regulations.
Besides that, Christiania is known for selling Cannabis openly on the main street of Christiania known as Pusher Street. Contrary to what many people think, this does not make Christiania a dangerous place to visit. Quite the opposite actually. People go there to relax and have a good time - you can buy handmade art, get something to eat and listen to music. You just need to follow the few rules – for example don’t take photos on Pusher Street and don’t run in Christiania (it can create panic).
Please remember that weed is NOT legal in Denmark. It’s not legal to sell or smoke and from time to time, pusher street will get raided by the Police.
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Pedro Pereira
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"Christiania emerged in 1971 when a group of individuals occupied a former military site. The area quickly became known for its open cannabis market, although harder drugs were prohibited.
Many original residents still call Christiania home, creating a unique community with a distinct 1970s vibe. The area's unconventional architecture, largely self-built by residents, contributes to its intriguing character. Visitors can explore a range of eco-friendly eateries, workshops, art spaces, and music venues.
For decades, Christiania existed in a complex legal limbo, marked by tension between its inhabitants and the Danish government. A 2011 agreement led to the establishment of the Freetown Christiania Foundation in 2012. This organization now manages parts of Christiania while the Danish state retains ownership of other areas. The foundation is partially funded through the sale of symbolic shares."
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