Copenhagen is Denmark's capital and is one of Europe's oldest cities with a royal touch. The Danish monarchy is the oldest in the world.
The city lies in the centre of the most dynamic region in Europe, the Øresund Region.
From Oct 1-9, 2009, Copenhagen was the venue for the 121st IOC Session and the first IOC Congress of the millennium. The Copenhagen Olympic Festival, which offered a wide range of cultural and sports activities, drew many tourists to the chic and exciting city.
The statue of The Little Mermaid, situated on Copenhagen's waterfront, is a national landmark and synonymous with Denmark.
Hans Christian Andersen wrote the fairy tale of The Little Mermaid in 1837. The statue is a top tourist attraction in Denmark and one of the most photographed statues in the world.
