Fri, 13 May 2016
Королевство Дания расположено в северной части
Europe on the shores of the North and Baltic Seas and occupies
Jutland peninsula, as well as several other islands (Funen, Zealand
and etc.). Denmark includes Greenland and the Faroe Islands, which
received self-government and representation in parliament.
According to 2011 data, the population of Denmark is 5.564 million.
person. The largest part of it is of Scandinavian origin.
Smaller groups include Inuit (Greenland), Faroese, Germans,
freezes and immigrants (6.2%).
Danish is spoken throughout this country, but
border with Germany – in German. Most Danes are free
speak English.
Denmark was not included in the Eurozone, therefore it has its own currency – the Danish
crown. In circulation banknotes worth 50-1000 CZK. Make an exchange
currencies are always easy in round-the-clock machines, banks, exchange
points and by mail.
In 2002, 84.3% of the population attended the Danish People’s Church,
Lutheran religion, the rest belong to other faiths
Christianity, Muslims make up 3%.
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Denmark – the capital and major cities
The name of the capital of Denmark – Copenhagen, is derived from Starodatsk.
Køpmannæhafn, which translates as “the harbor of traders.” The largest
The city of Denmark is located on the islands of Slotsholmen, Amager and Zeeland.
The population of the historical center is more than 500 thousand people, and with
suburbs – about 1 million inhabitants.
In Denmark, there are still major cities, such as Aarhus, Aalborg and
Odense.
Denmark – holidays and tours
Along the coastline of Denmark is a huge amount
beaches. In the northern country in summer, water can warm up in total.
+ 16, so here under the beach rest they mean only
sunbathing and relaxation. Eastern ones are more popular.
and the north coast about. Zealand, Skagen, Kerteminne town
on about. Funen and the southern part of Bonholm
At the bottom of the Baltic Sea there are many sunken ships
Therefore, Denmark is very popular among wreck-diving enthusiasts.
Fishing enthusiasts will also be able to find many places for themselves.
present active recreation. In the lakes of Denmark is found perch, pike,
trout. Sea fishing is also possible. In coastal waters
Mackerel, flounder and cod are common. For a moderate fee during
Many ports can hire a sport fishing fishing boat.
Year-round from Copenhagen, Fredrikshavn and Elsinore
organized sea fishing tours.
Excursion tours are also very popular, as in Denmark
There is really something to see – ancient palaces and castles,
remnants of Viking settlements.
Denmark – attractions
The main attraction of Denmark are monuments and castles
past centuries, picturesque towns and villages, beautiful lakes and
shady cool beech forests. Coastline on its
stretching from wide sandy beaches goes to neat
fjords, dunes and small rocky bays, cliffs.
In the capital of Denmark, Copenhagen, there is a huge amount
historical and architectural monuments, modern parks and
entertainment – the famous “amusement park”, the Viking Ship Museum,
The National Library, the Christianborg Palace (it sits in
Danish Parlam6ent), Royal Arsenal Museum, Palace Complex
Amalienborg, Rosenborg Castle and the world famous Marble
Cathedral.
A favorite place of artists, journalists, photographers and
tourists is Nyhavn (“New Harbor”). Next to it are located
Glyptotek Art Gallery, National Museum and Zoo,
in which there are more than 2 thousand animals. On a huge area
Kongens Nytorv hosted the Royal Theater (1722) and the Academy
arts.
The center of Copenhagen is Town Hall Square, on the waterfront
You can see the world famous sculpture of the Little Mermaid, which
considered a symbol of the city. Summer is located not far from the capital
the residence of the queen is the Gothic castle and the “Louisiana” (illustrious
Modern Art Museum).
Bakken Park is ten kilometers from Copenhagen and
is the oldest amusement park in the world. South the same from
Square called Tyne Hall – Tivoli amusement park.
In Odense, the home town of Hans Christian Andersen, is
its museum and festivals are held in the second half of summer,
dedicated to the famous storyteller.
Denmark – the weather
In Denmark, the climate is temperate maritime. Very often and quickly changing
the weather is constantly blowing western winds. At night, the Danish winds subside,
However, this does not mean that after a good night comes
serene morning
Precipitation in eastern Denmark is weak, in western – moderate, and in
Central Jutland – very strong. In the autumn and winter period of their
falls much more than in the spring and summer.
The warm current of the Gulf Stream determines the weather in this country,
thanks to this, winters are warm enough in Denmark (about 0 ° C). AT
midsummer the average temperature is around + 16 ° C.
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Denmark – Kitchen
AT основе датской кухни лежат рыба и другие морские продукты, из
which are preparing a variety the dishes. Also very popular
meat, from it you can try roast pork, cooked with
red cabbage or pork liver with fried onions.
In addition, traditional are: salted chicken with pineapple,
bacon in Danish and pork with prunes and apples.
For the preparation of famous Danish sandwiches (smorrebred)
use meatballs, crayfish, crabs, capers, anchovies,
ham, sea kale and many other goodies.
From dessert dishes worth tasting blackberry soup and
strawberries with cream and apple pie with whipped cream and
currant jelly.
Popular drinks are coffee, sherrihering (Danish
liqueur) and a local schnapps called Aquavit. Own option
mulled wine Danes cook for Christmas.
Denmark – interesting facts
We must remember that the Danes prefer to sunbathe naked,
therefore, there is a very large number of nudist beaches.
Denmark – visa application
This country has concluded the Schengen Treaty, therefore, to
to visit, it is necessary to issue a Schengen visa. For this
we need such documents: application form, passport and its photocopy,
confirmation of hotel reservation, 2 color photos, reference from the site
work.
Denmark – Embassy
Moscow, trans. Prechistensky, d.9tel. 642-68-01
Map of Denmark
