Interesting Facts about Denmark

Denmark Interesting Facts

Denmark is a country in Europe, officially the Kingdom of Denmark.

Interesting facts about Denmark:

The Bluetooth technology takes its name from Danish King Harald Bluetooth.
There is a big bridge “Oresund” which connects Denmark and Sweden.
Denmark is highly safe country for cycling. The total area of bike lane in Denmark is 12,000 km.
Denmark's 41% of energy comes from wind.
Handball was invented by Ernst and Holger Nielsen in 1897, in Denmark.
One of the least corrupt countries in the world is Denmark.
The national bird of Denmark is the swan.
LEGO was invented in Denmark by Ole Kirk Kristiansen in 1932.
The national currency of Denmark is the Danish Krone (DKK).
The Danish language doesn’t have a direct translation for “please”. So, it means there is no word for “please” in Danish.
Denmark’s flag is the oldest flag in the world.
An interesting fact about Denmark is that it is surrounded by many seas but has no mountains.
Two of the oldest amusement parks are located in Denmark.
In general, Denmark consists of 1,419 islands, of which 443 are officially named, but as of 2013 only 78 are inhabited.
Every single person in Denmark - whether rich or poor, has access to high quality health care and good education because it is absolutely free for citizens and residents.
Highest peak in Denmark is only 170 meters.
Denmark is one of the countries with the highest taxes in the world.
Denmark is home to the world’s biggest wind turbine manufacturer which is Vestas.
Denmark is leader in pioneering, high quality design and stunning architecture.
Denmark has one of the world’s best pension systems.