Europe
Denmark
Denmark is a Scandinavian country in Northern Europe. It is the southernmost of the Nordic countries, and is southwest of Sweden and south of Norway. Denmark is also bordered by Germany to the south. The country consists of a large peninsula and many islands. Denmark has a very high standard of living and the country ranks highly in numerous comparisons of national performance.
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Odense
Odense is a city in the region of Southern Denmark. It's known for its Odin Theatre and the Hans Christian Andersen House, dedicated to the fairy-tale writer who was born here. In the old town, the open-air The Funen Village museum has thatched 18th-century buildings, a vintage tramway and farm animals. Odense Zoo offers global wildlife viewings.
Legoland
Legoland is a family-oriented amusement park located in Billund, Denmark. It's home to the original Legoland park, which was opened back in 1968 next to the Lego factory. The park contains life-size structures of various cities and famous landmarks made completely out of Lego bricks.
Aarhus
Aarhus, Denmark's second-largest city, is located on the east coast of the Jutland peninsula. It's known for its beautiful architecture, vibrant music scene, and the Aarhus University. The city offers a mix of modern attractions like ARoS Aarhus Art Museum and Moesgaard Museum, alongside historic sites such as the Old Town Open Air Museum and Aarhus Cathedral. The surroundings of the city provide opportunities for hiking and picnics.
Helsingør
Helsingør is a charming port city located in Eastern Denmark. Known for its historical importance as a harbour town, it's today famed as the home of 'Hamlet's Castle', the Kronborg castle, which is a UNESCO heritage site. The city has a rich cultural life with numerous museums, churches and a vibrant harbour front. Also, don't miss out the beautiful pedestrianized streets and squares of the old town.
Mon
Mon is an island in south-eastern Denmark. It's best known for the impressive white cliffs that stretch along its eastern coast. The area is also regarded for its unique habitats, rich wildlife and the variety of rare plants that grow here. Besides natural beauty, Mon offers delightful small towns with well-preserved houses.
Skagen
Denmark's most northerly town, Skagen, is known for its beautiful landscapes, distinctive light, and the meeting of two sea bodies – the Skagerrak and the Kattegat. Attractions include its art museums, characteristic yellow houses, and stunning sand-covered church. Skagen is also a bustling fishing port with vibrant restaurants serving fresh seafood.
Aalborg
Aalborg is a picturesque city located in Denmark. Known for its vibrant waterfront, ancient streets, and a rich culture influenced by Vikings, Aalborg is a city that merges the historical and the modern. It offers many historical landmarks, unique cultural experiences, and is famous for its Aalborg Aqua Zoo and The Park of Music, where trees sing when you pass by.
Ribe
Ribe is the oldest extant town in Denmark, established in the early eighth century in the Germanic Iron Age. It's located in south-west Denmark, approximately 300 km (186 miles) west of Copenhagen. The town has many well-preserved old buildings, Ribe Cathedral, and about 130 houses are under Heritage Protection. Denmark's oldest town hall is found on the town's Von Støckens Plads. The building was erected in 1496 and was purchased by the city for use as a town hall in 1709. The city's prominent tourists' attraction includes Ribe Cathedral, Ribe Viking Centre, Wadden Sea National Park, and more.
Copenhagen
Copenhagen is the capital city of Denmark, known for its famous Little Mermaid statue, picturesque Nyhavn harbor, and the iconic Tivoli Gardens amusement park. It's a city that perfectly blends modern architecture with historical charm.
Faroe Islands
The Faroe Islands are an autonomous territory within the Kingdom of Denmark, located between Scotland, Norway, and Iceland. Its magic landscape is made of rocky cliffs, winding roads, waterfalls, and traditional villages. The islands are known for their unique Nordic culture and wildlife species, including puffins and whales.
Roskilde
Roskilde, located west of Copenhagen on the Danish island of Zealand, is a historic city dating back to the Viking Age. It's famous for the Roskilde Cathedral, the tombs of the Danish monarchs, and the Viking Ship Museum, which contains the remains of five 11th-century ships. Roskilde is also well known for the Roskilde Music Festival.