Copenhagen, the capital of Denmark is a wonderful city to visit. The city also known as the “city of spires”, has a population of about 1, million and is located on the islands of Zealand and Amager.
Copenhagen has always been ranked at the top in many aspects of life, including healthy living, culture, arts, business and being environmentally friendly. Some believe that Copenhagen is perhaps the cleanest city in Europe and Asia.
The country has a short summer season and long winters but snow falls are not common. Each of the streets in Copenhagen has its own distinct character which provides a unique view. All over the city, there are superb parks, water ways and bike lanes. The city has undergone remarkable modernization in the past two decades and is considered to be an architect’s paradise. Like most European cities, Copenhagen has its share of museums and art centers.
Copenhagen has a very strong economy which is basically service oriented.
Copenhagen is a great city to visit if you can afford it. It has one of the highest standards of living. Many airlines fly into Copenhagen airport from Europe. The city is very tourist friendly and the public transporation system is probably one of the best in the world.
Shopping in Copenhagen is excellent provided you have the money. Overall, everything is expensive in this glamorous city including the hotels and food.
For those on a budget, it is best to plan the trip well as Copenhagen does not cater well to the budget conscious traveler- unless you like eating a shawarma or a pizza slice everyday while you are sightseeing.
Although the country is in the EEC, the curreny in Denmark is the Krone, one euro = 7.45 kroner