Copenhagen
“a city of Vikings”
Denmark’s capital blends modern innovation with rich Viking history. The name “Copenhagen” comes from the Danish word “København”, akin to English “Chapman’s Haven” or “Merchant’s Harbor.”
Hej!
Nyhavn was influenced by Dutch canal engineering, reflecting Amsterdam’s expertise in waterway design during the 17th century.
Colorful
Denmark has the world’s oldest continuous monarchy, dating back to the 10th century.
Grand
Since January 2024, the Kingdom of Denmark is ruled by King Frederik X and Queen Mary, who met in 2000 during the Sydney Olympics.
Royal
In Denmark’s royal history, the names Frederick and Christian have alternated across generations of monarchs. For example, Frederick VIII was succeeded by Christian X, followed by Frederick IX.
Dome
Perched on the city hall, stands the statue of Absalon, the bishop who founded Copenhagen.
The Founder
Vikings were seafaring Norse people from Scandinavia known for their exploration, trade, and raids across Europe. They established settlements in places like England, Ireland, and Iceland. The word viking means “pirate” or “raider”.
Bones
Vikings were known for their grooming habits, including regular baths and combing their hair and beards.
Fashion
Viking rune stones are large stones inscribed with runic scripts used by the Norse people as a memorial to the dead.
Rock on
The self-proclaimed free city of Christiania is a self-governing commune in Copenhagen, known for its alternative lifestyle.
Alternate
Christiania was founded in 1971 when residents took over an abandoned military site in Copenhagen, creating a self-sustaining community focused on collective ownership and alternative living.
Community
One of the most visited monuments in Copenhagen, this sculpture depicts the character from Hans Christian Andersen’s fairy tale. Sculptor Edvard Eriksen based the head of the statue on ballerina Ellen Price, who played the Little Mermaid in a ballet, and the body was modelled after his wife.
Under the sea
This traditional Danish open-faced sandwich, typically made with rye bread and topped with a variety of ingredients like pickled herring, roast beef, bacon, or eggs.
Local
Stegt flæsk is a classic Danish dish made of crispy fried pork belly slices served with a creamy parsley sauce. Pictured here is a modern hamburger-like variation of the dish.
Lækker
By the water sits the new national theater Skuespilhuset.
Live!
Copenhagen is located in Zealand, the biggest of the Danish islands.
Boats
Denmark often ranks among the happiest countries in the world due to its high standard of living, social equality, and strong community.
Dusk
Hej hej, København.