The William Shakespeare and his most tragic and the longest story ever, called, Hamlet, The Prince of Denmark, are two names which are world famous and which made Elsinore aka Helsingør so famous around the world. A tradition of Shakespeare festival started almost 200 years back when for the first time in history of Elsinore, the plays of Shakespeare were performed in the courtyard of Kronbroog castle , which is also known as the castle of Hamlet, The Prince of Denmark. The Elsinore is still living this tradition even after 200 years. Every year in summer the international artists come to this castle to take part in the Shakespeare festival and perform on different plays of the Shakespeare.
Since 1816, this tradition is maintained. The interesting fact is that last year Elsinore city is marked 200 years of this Shakespeare festival and 400 years of the death of that mesmerizing writer, William Shakespeare. This time this festival is going to be 3 weeks long. This is happening for the first time in the history of Elsinore. The Shakespeare festival will start from 1st August 2017 and will stay for 3 weeks up to 21st August 2017. Every day different plays and acts of the Shakespeare’s stories will be performed by the international artists in front of Kronborg castle. Not only this, the artists will also interact with the live audience to make it more interesting. The visitors at the castle during this time can experience a dramatic world and the rich history. It is once in a lifetime tour for any travel lovers.
There is a lot of excitement in the people of Elsinore and tourists who wants to be part of this amazing experience. You can visit the Shakespeare festival, too.
We, Elsinore Wedding, are really excited to be part of the upcoming Shakespeare festival. Also, there are many people who are visiting Denmark to get married and then be part of this event with their loved one. If you are planning your destination wedding in Denmark, this is the right time. Please feel free to contact us, we will be happy to plan your wedding and guide you with other details.
