Denmark Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
country in Northern Europe
About Denmark
—Hans Christian Andersen The Danes are first mentioned in writings from the 6th century, and became widely known in theViking age, when they together with their Norwegian and Swedish kin travelled far for trade, raids and settling. The Danish kingdom was established during the Viking age. Harald Bluetooth was christened and succeeded in christening his realm in the 960s. The kingdom was enlarged and in the 11th century his grandson Cnut the Great was king not only of modern Denmark proper, but also the Scanian lands of southern Sweden, Norway and larger parts of England (which were lost after his death). Denmark continued its expansion, of which both the church and theHanseatic Leagueplayed important roles. In a combined effort to counter the rising power and influence of the Hanseatic Lea
Top Attractions in Denmark
Explore the best things to see and do in Denmark:
- ★Aalborg Carnival
- ★Aarhus Festuge
- ★Billetnet
- ★Copenhagen Jazz Festival
- ★Grøn Koncert
- ★Langelands Festival
- ★NaturNet
- ★Roskilde Festival
Denmark Travel Guide Sections
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