Denmark's Monarchy Is One of the Oldest in the World
The Danish royal line is traced back more than a thousand years, to kings such as Gorm the Old in the 10th century.
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The Little Mermaid Statue in Copenhagen Was Unveiled in 1913
The small bronze sculpture was inspired by Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tale and has become the city's most recognizable landmark.
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The Øresund Bridge Links Denmark to Sweden
Opened in 2000, the combined bridge and tunnel is about 16 kilometers long and carries both cars and trains between Copenhagen and Malmö.
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Hygge Is the Danish Word for Cozy Contentment
The concept covers candlelight, warm drinks and time with friends, and has become a symbol of Danish everyday life.
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Greenland and the Faroe Islands Are Self-Governing Parts of the Danish Realm
Both territories run most of their own affairs, though Denmark handles areas such as defense and foreign policy.