The Kingdom of Denmark has, despite its relatively small size, punched above its weight internationally.
Vikings raiding from Denmark and the other Nordic nations changed the course of 9th- and 10th-century European history; in the Middle Ages, the Union of Kalmar united all of Scandinavia under Danish leadership.
In more recent times, Denmark has developed a highly-competitive service-based economy with high employment levels and a generous social security system.
The Social Democrats led coalition governments for most of the post-war period until the 1980s, consolidating the country’s liberal reputation, although concerns at high taxation levels and tension over immigration have put the centre-right in office for several long periods since then.
The Beautiful Denmark You Have to Visit to Appreciate
- KINGDOM OF DENMARK
- Population 5.6 million
- Area 43,098 sq km (16,640 sq miles)
- Major language Danish
- Major religion Christianity
- Life expectancy 77 years (men), 81 years (women)
- Currency krone
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