Apart from being one of the happiest countries in the world, there are other reasons why people love visiting this country every year. This not only attracts visitors in Denmark but also sets a high standard among other countries who wish to provide the best to their citizens. Let us share with you some of these reasons.
For Art and History Lovers […]
The Monastery of the Holy Ghost as the oldest social institution in Denmark has performed various functions and purposes from its establishment up to the present time. Founded as a hospital in 1431 by Lady Maren Hemmingsdater, it likewise functioned as a charitable institution of religious nature. It formally became a part of the Order of the Holy Ghost in 1451. Today, it functions primarily as a retirement home for the elderly. […]
When visiting another country. travelers will find out that locals will always appreciate efforts towards doing things as they are traditionally done in the place. It is not different in Denmark. For one to be able to do as the Danes do, it would be wise to be aware of some Danish cultural taboos. […]
The Kingdom of Denmark as Denmark is officially known, follows a constitutional monarchy. Its monarch as represented by Queen Margrethe II functions as the head of state. The Cabinet government however exercises the executive power as presided by the Prime Minister. The executive and national parliament are both vested with legislative powers. The judiciary on the other hand, enjoys independence and security of employment until retirement after being officially appointed by the monarch. […]
The recent banning of religious slaughter of animals in Denmark has resulted to mixed reactions from people. European regulations require stunning of animals before they are slaughtered in recognition of animal rights. However, prior to the banning that was announced last February, exemptions were allowed for religious slaughter. After the approval of the new law, application for exemption from pre-stunning is no longer entertained. […]
Every 4th Friday after Easter, the Danes celebrate an annual holiday called the Store Bededag. This translates to Great Prayer Day or General Prayer Day. It is actually a consolidation of several minor Christian holidays.
King Christian V is credited for introducing this celebration in the Church of Denmark in 1686. The combined celebration of several Roman Catholic holidays honoring several saints was deemed more practical and efficient rather than celebrating them individually. Store Bededag is announced on the holiday’s eve with ringing of church bells across the country. […]
The baroque-styled Church of Our Saviour in Copenhagen, Denmark is especially famous for its corkscrew spire that features an external winding staircase that reaches to the top. The completion of this church took quite some time. Construction started in 1682 but it was only inaugurated 14 years later. Even with its inauguration, there were still temporary components of the church including its altar. The spire as now seen did not exist yet during the inauguration. […]
In front of the Jelling Church in Denmark stands two stones that easily become special points of interest especially for first time visitors. These two stones are actually 10th century royal gravestones having runic inscriptions. Collectively known as the Jelling Stones, they , together with the Church have been listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites since 1994.
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Happy Påske! The merry Easter holiday is almost upon us, as the fifth week in March is about to turn a corner. Easter is one of the biggest and most important religious holidays in Denmark, and it is easy to see just how important it is to Danish merrymakers. Shops and homes are decorated with brightly-colored eggs and vibrant daffodills, and there kitchens are abuzz with preparations for each family’s Easter feast.
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Vinayagar is a Hindu Temple located in Herninig, Denmark that offers a variety of services for those of the Hindu faith. Pooja is offered on a daily basis and on special days and days with Pooja in the morning Abishekam is also offered. […]
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