As the largest Danish city, Copenhagen, sits on two islands separate from the mainland, Zealand and Amager. Copenhagen was originally established in the 900s as a Viking fishing village and, in the 1400s, became the capitol of Denmark. Over a thousand years, the inhabitants survived raids, plagues, wars and bombings, and today this remarkable city serves as both the cultural and economic center of Danish life.

These days, tourism is an important part of the economy, and travelers come from across the world to enjoy the arts, food, and sights Copenhagen offers. From the diminutive Little Mermaid to the historic Nyhavn waterfront, from castles to family-friendly Tivoli Gardens, Copenhagen is a city to be explored and savored.