Egeskov Castle

Egeskov Castle, located about 2 hours away from Copenhagen on the island of Fyn, was built in 1554 and has been passed throughout generations of nobility. The castle is surrounding by beautiful gardens, mazes, play equipment and other recreational activities to entice tourists and help provide a more stable income for the grounds. Even though Denmark is an egalitarian society, this castle, with its historic and elitist elements, does have a role and purpose for Denmark.

This country estate seems to go against the egalitarian society that Denmark has, however, it provides a recreational and educational experience for visitors of all ages. With the socialist ideology that Denmark has, belief that all people should be equal regardless of social status, religion etc. With that system in place, it seems sort of strange for Denmark to have such an elite estate as that of Egeskov Castle. However, this estate provides a beautiful space for all, and anyone, to enjoy. With uniquely designed gardens, extremely tall hedges, mazes, vegetable/fruit gardens, museums, play equipment, a nursery and gift shop, tree top escapades... Egeskov has everything for people of all ages. This estate is welcoming no matter what, which enforces the egalitarian belief of the country.

Seeing as this estate is a historic site and offers benefits for society, it certainly plays a role and has a purpose in Denmarks' society. However, if this estate sat barren with no benefit or role to society, it would not make sense for it to be in Denmark. Since Egeskov Castle does provide a cultural and historical experience, it turns to have a purpose in Denmarks' egalitarian society.