Denmark

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Country in Northern Europe

Denmark

Official name	Kingdom of Denmark
Common name	Denmark
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Capital	Copenhagen
Largest city	capital
Government	Unitary parliamentary constitutional monarchy
Legislature	Folketing

Denmark (Danish: Danmark), officially the Kingdom of Denmark (Danish: Kongeriget Danmark), is a Nordic country in Northern Europe. It is the southernmost of the Scandinavian countries, lying southwest of Sweden and south of Norway, and bordered to the south by Germany. Denmark consists of a peninsula and an archipelago of 443 named islands, with the largest being Zealand, Funen, and the North Jutlandic Island. The islands are characterized by flat, arable land and sandy coasts, low elevation, and a temperate climate.

History

The history of Denmark as a unified kingdom began in the 10th century, but historic documents describe the geographic area and the people living there—the Danes—as early as 500 AD. Denmark has a long history of Viking raids and later as a major north European power. The country has been a constitutional monarchy since 1849, and its constitution was last revised in 1953.

Geography

Denmark is located in Northern Europe, bordered by the Baltic Sea and the North Sea. The country consists of the Jutland Peninsula and an archipelago of 443 named islands. The largest islands are Zealand, Funen, and the North Jutlandic Island. The terrain is mostly flat with some gently rolling plains. The highest natural point is Møllehøj, at 170.86 meters.

Government and Politics

Denmark is a constitutional monarchy with a parliamentary system. The Folketing is the national parliament, and the Prime Minister is the head of government. The current monarch is Queen Margrethe II, and the current Prime Minister is Mette Frederiksen.

Economy

Denmark has a modern, prosperous, and developed mixed economy. It is characterized by a high standard of living, a high degree of government services, and a high level of foreign trade. The country is known for its welfare state and universal healthcare system. Major industries include pharmaceuticals, maritime shipping, renewable energy, and agriculture.

Demographics

As of 2021, Denmark has a population of approximately 5.8 million people. The majority of the population is of Danish descent, with a significant number of immigrants and their descendants. The official language is Danish, and the predominant religion is Christianity, specifically the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Denmark.

Culture

Denmark has a rich cultural heritage that includes contributions to art, literature, philosophy, and music. The country is known for its hygge lifestyle, which emphasizes coziness and contentment. Denmark is also famous for its design and architecture, with notable contributions from designers like Arne Jacobsen and Hans Wegner.

Education

Denmark has a comprehensive education system that includes free primary and secondary education, as well as higher education. The country is home to several prestigious universities, including the University of Copenhagen and the Technical University of Denmark.

See also

• Scandinavia
• Nordic countries
• European Union
• List of islands of Denmark

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