Friday, June 8, 2007

Københavns Zoo

I never pass up the opportunity to visit a zoo. I feel like I have a deep, empathetic connection with the animals.

(Sir) Norman Foster has designed a new elephant house for the zoo. The foundations are in place and the walls are on their way up. I hope the elephants will properly appreciate that high-tech asymmetrical domed glass roof protecting them from the inhospitable Danish winter.

But this is what really set Copenhagen's zoo apart. You get to EAT the animals! Yup, here in Danmark we don't beat around the bush: your yummy pølser is made from animal carcasses just like this one. Logically, a bowl of burning charcoal was available for the parents to roast a few while their kids played with the piglets.

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