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Entertainment

The Pantomimeteateret: A Venue for Pantomime and Dance

Denmark has its own pantomime theater courtesy of the Pantomimeteateret. Functioning primarily as a theater showcasing the classical commedia dell’arte tradition, ballet and modern dance have also found a fitting venue in it. It is an open-aire theater located inside the famous Tivoli Gardens, one of the most visited attractions of Denmark. […]

Food&Drink

The Elderflower Drink of Denmark

The elderflower drink has always been popular in Denmark. This popularity comes naturally since elderberry bushes can be found almost anywhere in Denmark. Though commercial versions are already available, nothing is quite like homemade elderflower drink or syrup. The cream-colored flowers are not only very pretty to look at but also make a delightful drink when collected fresh and before having a trace of bitterness. […]

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Business

Why Foreign Businesses Should Invest in Denmark

Spotting a potential market is not the only reason why foreign businesses would decide to invest in one country. In Denmark, there are a lot of reasons why this would happen. The reasons are not by accident but rather the result of concerted efforts to make it so. According to The Economist, the Nordic countries are the best governed in the world. Denmark specifically is seen as the country with the most business friendly climate in Europe as well as having the most commercial success on record. […]

Entertainment

Mini-Breaks in Lalandia

Mini-breaks are just what most stressed individuals and families need during this time where everything and everyone seems to be in a hurry. When long vacations are out of the question, short ones will do. Sometimes, all it needs to bring back the lively feeling is a little rest and recreation with the family. […]

Food&Drink

The Danish Rye Bread Known as Rugbrød

Most countries will have some food staples automatically associated with it. Denmark has one such food known as the rugbrød which is essentially the danish rye bread. Although it can come in various shapes and sizes, its most common form is a brown rectangular piece of bread based on sourdough. […]

Travel

Word War II Artifacts in Denmark

Travelers who wish to see a glimpse of World War II in Denmark should not fail to visit the Skagen Bunker Museum. The privately-owned museum can be found in Jutland, Denmark near the tip of Grenen. What used to be an infirmary for treating wounded soldiers has become a museum of note containing world War II artifacts.  […]

Travel

A Glimpse of the Middle Ages through Ærøskøbing

If there is one place in Denmark that can give you a glimpse of the Middle Ages, it will be Ærøskøbing. The houses and streets have been purposely restored to achieve such look and feel. The structures are mostly one story high with the oldest dating back to the year 1645. […]

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Education

Literacy Rate in Denmark

Denmark has one of the most outstanding literacy rates in the world. The literacy rate is placed at 99% for both men and women. The Education Index shows Denmark in good company with the likes of Australia, New Zealand, and Finland. […]

Relationships

Valentine’s Day in Denmark

The people of Denmark celebrate Valentine’s Day in a very traditional way. Cards, flowers, and love notes are the three main components of the celebration. There are however some ways that are uniquely Danish in practice.
Valentine’s Day celebrations started rather late in Denmark. The Danes apparently only warmed up to the idea sometime during the early 1990s. They fashioned it from the American custom but made modifications. Thus the Danish Valentine resulted which is celebrated with much fanfare and activity. […]