✈Denmark, Copenhagen ►Vacation Travel Guide Copenhagen is the capital and largest city of Denmark, with an urban population of 1,246,611 and a metropolitan population of 1,990,036 (the July 1, 2014). It is located on the east coast of Zealand, 42 km (26 miles) northwest of Malmo, Sweden, 164 kilometers (102 miles) northeast of Odense. The city covers parts of the island of Amager and also contains the enclave of Frederiksberg, a municipality in its own right. Founded as a Viking fishing village in the 10th century, Copenhagen became the capital of Denmark in the early 15th century During the 17th century, under the reign of Christian IV, has become an important regional center, strengthen its position capital of Denmark and Norway, with its institutions, defense and the armed forces. After suffering the effects of the plague and fire in the 18th century, the city experienced a period of reconstruction. This included the construction of the prestigious Frederiksstaden and creating these cultural institutions like the Royal Theatre and the Royal Academy of Fine Arts. After more disasters in the 19th century, when Nelson attacked the Danish fleet and bombed the city during the reconstruction Danish Golden Age brought a look of neoclassical architecture in Copenhagen. Later, after the Second World War, the Finger Plan promoted the development of homes and businesses in five urban rail lines extending from the center of town ________________________________ travelocity travelzoo travelers insurance travel channel travel agency travel sites travel weather travel to cuba travelsmith travel and leisure travel channel travelzoo travel sites travel insurance travel to cuba travel and leisure travel agency travel deals travel trailers travel quotes travel and leisure travel agent travel advisor travel advisory travel accessories travel agent jobs travel advantage network travel apps travel and transport travel agent salary travel by jen travel blogs travel backpack travel bags travel ban travel bound travel buddy travel by drone travel by train travel brochure

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