Games.

I've read too many articles and quotes about 'forgive and forget' . 

Forgiving a person when they don't even feel sorry for hurting you does makes you sleep better at night since you don't carry the hate and anger to bed. However, by doing so, you are also allowing that person or the same incident which has broke you apart to be likely to happen again. 

I am so sick of the quotes of telling people to forgive someone else that hurt them. Why do we need to pretend and accept it all when we are really in pain? That few words doesn't ease the pain. The pain was horrible. The tears were real. The trust was betrayed. And the excuses we find for someone whom tend to hurt us are just a blatant lie to ourselves. 

Why do we need to go through all the trouble to lie to ourselves when we are already hurt? 

I am not a saint, and I don't just forgive people when they are not even sorry. I refuse to find excuses for their wrongdoings to me when they don't even want to explain. I no longer want to spend a second on those who want to manipulate or lie. I lost the will of staying at the same place when I have many reasons to walk away and improve myself. I do not want to be in the same phrase where it involves too much of hypocrisy. I have no patience on people are always pointing out people's flaws rather than reflecting on their own. 

I just have no patience on people who never deserves my patience. 

This isn't a movie. We are not the main characters of the script where we are expect to be good and take all the pain until someone else come and heal it. The truth is, the only person you need to heal and forgive is yourself. 

They said that I am weird because I enjoy going to coffee shops alone. It looks like I am a loner but trust me - it is better than dealing with people's bullshits. 

Copenhagen.

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I'm back with more travel posts which I've been accumulating. I cannot believe the amount of pictures I took everytime I travel. And, I am actually grateful for snapchat's existence which allows me to record what I did each day. 

I'm going to make it simple by showing the places I visited when I was in Copenhagen. Besides , it could be a guide for you if you were to visit this city. I was only there for basically 72hours which was pretty short - but managed to cover quite a few tourist spots pretty leisurely. I'm never an intense traveler and I really hate rushing. 

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We started off with an early morning, grabbing sandwiches by the train station and headed to our first destination. As much as I want to leisurely sit down and have a good breakfast, I know that I cannot afford to waste anytime. 

1. The Little Mermaid

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This bronze statute is the icon of Copenhagen, where it based on a fairy tale love story where the mermaid comes and sit by the rock to look at the prince whom is sailing over the sea every single time when he is out. She is there, waiting for the love of her life despite knowing that there wouldn't be any happy ending. 

The story was beautiful and this bronze statute was definitely meaningful. Unfortunately, the background was heartbreaking. Look at the factory releases smokes into the air - sigh. It was supposed to be a beautiful view but the industrial area has ruined it. 

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It was still ridiculously cold despite being in the middle of March already. Nothing beats a good cuppa in the cold. 

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2. The Marble Church

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It is also known as Frederik's Church where it is famous for its rococo architecture , located at Frederiksstaden district.

It wasn't in the itinerary but we just happen to come across it by strolling through the streets.  

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There are many art galleries through the streets and they happen to be very very quiet. I guess, everyone just enjoy the peace. I love how they are always quiet and there is not much noise. This city brings me peace.
Not to mention, there is art every corner - and I didn't mean by having galleries throughout the street . I refer to the people, the surrounding and most of all, the peacefulness I could feel when staring at a good piece of painting. 

3. Nyhavn

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The famous colourful house along the river. This place is definitely a tourist spot as every corner is covered by overpriced restaurants. There are also small museums and gallery which we didn't visit. It was beautiful and the sky was breathtaking. 

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Look at how beautiful it is. 

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Compare to the sun, I actually prefer gloomy weather. People said that the light and sun will make us feel better. The night will make us wonder. For me, I often chose the night where everything seems more clear. Gloomy weather gives me peace. I enjoy the feeling of feeling nothing and everything goes into the same tone. It pleases me to have no ups and down. 

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Meet my best friend and travel partner throughout the year. 

4. Rajissimo Churros

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He is pretty enthusiastic. 

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Yummy Churros with a pretty Danish girl. 

It is a must to try Rajissimo Churros. And, we have it by Nyhavn since we are already there. It is not as thick as I thought but it's crunching and goes perfectly with caramel , topping with icing sugar. 

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After that, I was in need of coffee since it was cold. And we came by a beautiful small cafe by the canal. 

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5.Rosenborg Castle

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This castle is in Renaissance style where it was held that it was designed as typical Danish building during that period of time. Now, it's open for public as it exhibits the Royal Collections, pormoting the royal Danish culture back now. 

I felt funny because the castle look pretty out of place as the surroundings were all modern architecture. I guess, they are keeping this castle as the main attraction. 

Compared to the castle, I actually love the garden more - which is known as Rosenborg Castle Garden. The garden is really beautiful. It was almost spring but it was still cold so we didn't manage to catch the flowers bloom. It's nice to take a stroll at the garden especially during the cold weather. I think this would be a perfect place for couples to stroll around before the sun sets. 

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The garden was bigger than I've expected and also, they are really well-maintained. 

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The little maze right beside the castle. 

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6.Strøget

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Stroget is the most high profile street which is car free. From souvenirs shops to high-end brands, I believe that this is a street where I must visit to see how their shopping culture is. In Malaysia, we have everything in the mall whereas in Europe countries, everything is by the streets ( which I personally prefer because I am that kind of bimbo whom wants to carry the shopping bags are stroll around the streets like how I see in movies lol) . 

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7. Copenhagen City Hall

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The city hall is located not far away from the famous Stroget street , located on The City Hall Square in central. I believe that if you are in the central, you could hardly missed this magnificent building by Martin Nyrop. I didn't visit the place and also, it was closed on the day. I've read reviews about it saying that it is exactly necessary to visit this place unless you are into architecture and interior design. 

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8. Tivoli Gardens

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Tivoli Gardens is located a few minutes walk down the street after the city tall where it is a MUST visit amusement park for everyone in this city. I guess the luck wasn't on my side because I went the first night and it was under renovation. Since I couldn't see how it is on the inside, I took a few pictures with it as memory purposes. It was a pity , really. At that point of time, I thought that 72hours is definitely insufficient. 

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9.Conditori La Glace

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This bakery are the oldest since they are founded on 1870 and voted as the best confectionary in Denmark. This old-fashioned coffee shop offers pastries and different kinds of cakes with the recipe which was passed down through generations. 

- which I've blogged about HERE

This is a MUST visit. 

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The trip to this city was short but amazing. It's about the quality and not the quantity of days you spent in the city. The only thing I regretted not doing being in Copenhagen is where I couldn't be able to visit their famous National Gallery and to scroll through the pieces. I should have insisted on squeezing some of the time in. 

Well, some things are meant to be that way - isn't it?

Feeling blessed that I could witness such beautiful sky on the way to the airport to my next destination.

farvel, københavn 

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Modern Art.

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Well, I've talked about contemporary art and now, we will head to my favourite - modern art. This is probably the last post I'll talk about my new passion. I don't think many people care about art since they are no strong influence here. But, having the Andy Warhol Social Circus the last month here is the sign of how the art culture is slowly blossoming which makes me really glad.

Musée D'Orsay

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Everyone knows about Louvre Museum for Mona Lisa and it's a must go when you visit Paris. However, the last few years, Orsay Museum is also one of the most visited museums in Paris followed by Centre Pompidou ( which I never visited sadly.).

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It's majestic, I swear.

The natural lightnings shining on the sculptures. Everything was amazing and I loved it. However, I kinda have time constraint because I wouldn't want to miss out other things so I head to the reason why I visited this museum. 

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Thatched Cottages at Cordeville by Vincent Van Gogh 

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Rest from Work 

Call me typical or what - but Van Gogh's work is always one of my favourite in this era. I am not sure if post-impressionism is in the Impressionism era, either but I found this work captivating. Every detail stroke and every brush shows consistency and patience. Not to mention that he was mentally ill and I always wonder what is in his head everytime he paints. Some of the paintings of his are only reference to what he sees and some of it hide meanings that only he understands. He never once explain them and many was based on assumptions. Despite reading many books regarding to him, I still feel skeptical about the truth because the only truth lies within him. 

I'm sorry for being over- enthusiastic but this man right here keeps me wandering all the time. 

And I love love love his work and my favourite would be the Starry Night series and Night cafe. 

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Starry Night over the Rhone by Vincent Van Gogh. 

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I wish I owned a DSLR at one point. 

Look at how beautiful this art work is. Every detail is so overwhelming. Everytime his brush stroke over shows consistency. I stare at it for a good 15 minutes because it's too beautiful. 

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I came here for you, Vincent. 

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Self- Portrait. 

I hope you realize he hid his left ear which he cut off. 

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Les Cyprès à Cagnes by Henri Edmund- Cross.

This painting is totally french because I can't even find its English name on google. I love the colour palette despite it being all over. You can see its style on his own. 

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And finally, Monet. 

Featuring, Blue Water Lilies. 

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Monet's Churches. 

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Women with Parasol.

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And finally,

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Monet's masterpiece - Monet's Garden in Giverny. 

They are so beautiful.

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'One day, things will be you and I' 

I'm not even lying. This is my kind of romance . Nothing is more romantic than going on art gallery and museum dates. There is no need to talk about the art. Well, we can always look at the pretty paintings and get to know each other better. 

The National Gallery - London .

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Sitting in the room full of art is like a dream come true.

Oh god, I have too many cheesy art pick up lines. 

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Vase with Fifteen Sunflowers by Van Gogh. 

This will be the most famous piece here because there will always be a swarm of people around it. 

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Two Crabs by Van Gogh.

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Wheat Field with Cypresses

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 the crowd for Van Gogh.

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Monet again.

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Well, I only put Van Gogh & Monet's work up because they are my favourite. 

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I really do miss art museum visits. Now, this simplicity which I've took for granted when I am abroad has become something very impossible back home. 

And, I've always wonder when will be my next museum visit.