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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:
- Copenhagen is the capital of Denmark, known for being fashionable, cool, edgy, and ancient.
- The city boasts 900 years of history, proudly displayed in its old fort, magnificent palaces, cathedrals, and parks.
- Spread over two islands and intersected by quaint canals, Copenhagen is lined with colorful old houses once home to famous artists.
- The city is connected to Sweden by the spectacular Öresund Bridge, which is half above and half under the water.
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