Amalienborg: A Royal Morning in Copenhagen

During our stay in Copenhagen, I was eager to capture a postcard-worthy shot of Amalienborg Square, the heart of the city's royal history. The square is surrounded by four identical palaces that make up Amalienborg, the official residence of the Danish royal family. These palaces were originally built in the 18th century for noble families but became royal after a fire in 1794 destroyed the old residence. The day before, we visited the square to watch the Changing of the Guard, where the Royal Life Guards march to Amalienborg. The area was so crowded that getting a good photo was impossible, so I decided to return early the next morning. In the center of the square stands an statue of King Frederick V, who commissioned the palaces. The square also offers a view of the nearby Marble Church with its grand dome. I carefully aimed for a symmetrical composition in my photo, only to realize later that the statue partially obscures the church. I’ll need to redo this shot the next time I’m in Copenhagen - Copenhagen, Denmark