The Role of Country Estates in Denmark

Seeing a country estate in an egalitarian society such as Denmark seems like a major aberration. The nature of such estates goes back centuries, and the one that we saw today, Egeskov Castle, is still in the hands of the same family. Historically, country estates are important to educate new generations about their country's past, and to show how ruling class once lived. To destroy a country estate would be to destroy a piece of national history and identity, in my opinion. When used to show off wealth and power, I believe country estates do not belong in Denmark. They emphasize a social class system, and do the opposite of creating an egalitarian society.

Based on these two criteria, country estates such as Egeskov belong in Denmark. Egeskov is available for access to all. Although the estate charges a fee to enter, which is not exactly egalitarian, it offers members of all social classes to experience the life of the elite. By including creative playgrounds, mazes, and beautiful gardens for the enjoyment of all, the estate has made their property an opportunity for education and recreation. Children and adults of all social classes can enjoy the property.  The inclusion of active recreation and passive recreation, such as gardens, makes the estate parklike, offers a variety of service to its visitors. By including playgrounds, the park become elusive to children, which then offers them the chance to learn about the history of country estates in their country. Thus, in my opinion, country estates such as Egeskov belong in Denmark.