Roskilde is located in Eastern Denmark, on the island of Zealand. Becoming the first Gothic Cathedral, built of brick, the Cathedral of Roskilde had a significant impact on the spread of brick Gothic architecture in Europe. The Cathedral was built during the XII and XIII centuries and combines architectural elements of both Gothic and Romanesque style. Until the twentieth century was the only Cathedral on the island of Zealand.

Since the 15th century, Roskilde Cathedral has been the main burial site for Danish monarchs. Here are buried 38 kings and Queens. The temple includes several chapels, the names that were named are buried in them crowned monarchs: Christian I, Christian VI, Frederik V, Christian IX. King Frederik IX wished to be buried outside the Cathedral, so the chapel is located next to the Cathedral.

In 1554 the Church was donated a new organ, designed by Hermann Refaeli. In 1600 and 1833, it was expanded and in 1998 and 2000, it was reconstructed. Since 1987, the Cathedral became home to one of the major Danish boys 'choirs, Boys' Choir of Roskilde Cathedral. Each of the choristers attending regular school, but they meet 2-3 times a week for rehearsals. Boys choir of Roskilde Cathedral travel a lot and gives concerts in different countries, for example, in New Zealand, the UK, Spain, France, Canada.

The Cathedral is very popular among tourists, annually receives 125 000 visitors. Since 1995 Roskilde Cathedral listed as world heritage by UNESCO. The temple and today performs its primary function - it is an active Church, but there are often concerts.