IAASB Full Board Meeting – June 14-18, 2004
Copenhagen
Hotel Skt. Petri
Krystalgade 22
Copenhagen 1172 Denmark
Tel: +45 33 45 91 00
Fax: +45 33 45 91 10
The June 2004 Meeting of the IAASB will be held at the Hotel Skt. Petri
in the CENTER STAGE conference room.
Transportation:
· Hotel Skt. Petri is approximately 15 minutes from the airport by taxi.
· Taxi to the hotel will cost around DKK 200 (US Equiv: $33, Euro Equiv. €27).
Climate:
Copenhagen's relatively cool climate is due to its proximity to the Baltic Sea. The sea's presence also makes it a rather windy place. Temperatures in summer range 68-77 F / 20-25 C. The heaviest rain comes in July and August. We will be attending the meeting in mid-June during the best weather of the year.
Climate:
Copenhagen's relatively cool climate is due to its proximity to the Baltic Sea. Temperatures in summer range 68-77 F / 20-25 C. The heaviest rain comes in July and August, so we are meeting during the best weather of the year. Denmark is characterized by short winter days and long summer nights. In June, the sun will rise before 5 am and set after 10 pm.
Currency:
The monetary unit in Denmark the Danish krone (or crown), composed of 100 øre. Denmark does not participate in the single European currency, EURO. ATMs are commonly found at banks throughout the country. Major credit cards are widely accepted.
Exchanges rates at late-March were:
1 US Dollar = 6.04 Danish Krone
1 Euro = 7.45 Danish Krone
1 British Pound = 11.18 Danish Krone
Electricity:
220 volts AC (50 Hz) is the Danish standard. If you are traveling with electrical or electronic devices be sure to bring a two-pin continental adapter with you.
Tipping:
Service charges are automatically added to the hotel and restaurant bill. Tipping for outstanding service is a matter of choice, but is not expected. Tips for taxi drivers are included in the fare..
Sites and Attractions:
Tivoli Gardens
The Tivoli Gardens lie in the centre of Copenhagen. They consist of a world-famous garden, amusement park, museum, and outdoor theatre. Founded in 1843, the Tivoli Gardens have been visited by some 270 million people. There are fireworks shows twice weekly as well a food festival and an international concert series.
Amalienborg Palace
The Amalienborg Palace is home to the Danish royal family. Built in 1794 to commemorate the Oldenburg family's 300-year reign, it is Denmark’s finest example of rococo architecture. It is comprised of four identical palaces, Christian VII's Mansion, Christian VIII's Mansion, Frederik VIII's Mansion, and Christian IX's Mansion. The four palaces surround an octagonal square, one of the most beautiful in Europe, with Saly's equestrian statue of Frederik V in the middle. Every day at noon you can see the changing of the guard. There are also a number of rooms open
to the public.
The Little Mermaid Statue
The Statute of the Little Mermaid is one of the most recognizable symbols of Copenhagen. Inspired by a Hans Christian Andersen story, this charming statue reclines on a rock at the harbor mouth near the ruins of Kastellet fortress. The sculpture was erected in 1913 and is 1.25 meters high.
Rundetaarn (Round Tower)
The Rundetaarn (Round Tower) is Europe's oldest functioning observatory. Constructed in the 17th century, it consists of a spiralling 209 meter stairway/ramp which ascends within the structure. The panoramic views over the city are well worth the climb. The tower houses concert and exhibition rooms and there are numerous classical concerts and art exhibitions held
here throughout the year.
The National Museum
Built in 1746 as a prince’s palace, the National Museum of Denmark was renovated in the early 1990s. The museum has since lost much of its staid atmosphere and taken on a more modern ambiance. It is divided into prehistoric, medieval, Renaissance and 18th century sections and also features the royal collection of coins and medals, classical antiques, the ethnographic collection, the 'please touch' display on Greenland and the children's museum. The museum is so big that it is virtually impossible to see everything in one day. One of the museum’s most famous collections is the Inuit treasure collection, one of the oldest and largest in the world with
over 10,000 items displayed.
Frederikskirke (The Marble Church)
The 200 year old Frederikskirke or Marble Church is more impressive than Copenhagen Cathedral. Originally designed to rival St. Peter's in Rome, the church took over 100 years to build (due to budget restrictions) and features one of the largest copper domes in the world. Around the exterior are 16 statues of a range of religious leaders from Moses to Luther, and below them are sculptures of eminent Danish ministers and bishops. If you’re feeling fit, you
can climb the 273 steps to the outdoor balcony and gaze at the beautiful view.