Kultorvet Square, Copenhagen

Once a place where Danes used to purchase coal for their ovens and stoves, Kultorvet – or Coal Square – is surrounded by many colorful historic buildings and is often frequented by college and school students. While the buildings' facades look amazing alone, the sidewalk cafes, along with several fruit and flower stalls, are helping to create atmosphere. There also are plenty of restaurants to choose from, many having specific cuisines like Italian or Middle Eastern, but also Danish.

Stop by at the square if you're looking for a bustling yet charming spot in the city and don't forget to click some terrific pictures when you visit. Notice the dark, almost black, stone paving pattern inspired by the 18th-century coal trade, as well as the 15-metre fountain and adjoining stage. The fountain is located on the main walking route through which pedestrians are guided in the direction of the shops and terraces. The square's surface slopes downward toward the center so that the fountain and events organised there can be seen from its edges.