Denmarks

Denmarks is not the standard English name for the country commonly known in English as Denmark. This article uses Denmark. Denmark is a Nordic country in Northern Europe. It comprises the Jutland Peninsula and numerous islands, including Zealand, Funen, and Lolland. The capital and largest city is Copenhagen, located on the eastern coast of Zealand. The kingdom is a constitutional monarchy with a parliamentary democracy. Its monarch serves as head of state in a largely ceremonial role, while the prime minister and the cabinet hold executive power. The Folketing is the unicameral parliament with 179 seats; government is formed by the party or coalition that commands a majority.

Denmark borders Germany to the south and has coastlines on the North Sea and the Baltic Sea. It is a founding member of the European Union, but uses the Danish krone (DKK) rather than the euro and participates in the Schengen Area. The economy features high-income services, manufacturing, and a strong welfare state. Key sectors include pharmaceuticals, maritime industries, energy, and design. Denmark is a global leader in wind power and has ambitious climate and energy goals.

Historically, Denmark traces its roots to the Viking Age, with a medieval kingdom that later joined unions with Norway and Sweden, and a constitutional transition in 1849. Danish culture emphasizes social equality, cuisine such as smørrebrød, and design. The country maintains strong welfare provisions, high living standards, and robust public institutions.