Denmark explained

Manhood, butter, and piracy: How foreigners have managed to offend Danes

DENMARK EXPLAINED

'Relaxed, traditional, tight-fisted': What Copenhageners think of people from Jutland

People from Copenhagen aren't known for having the most positive feelings towards their country cousins on the Jutland peninsular. The Local asked some Copenhageners what they really thought.

ROYAL FAMILY

‘Insanely popular’: Why are the Danish royals so important to Danes?

RELIGION

Why does Denmark have church tax and do you need to pay it?

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‘You’re nothing special’: How to explain the Danish values of ‘Janteloven’

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Why are many Danes so comfortable with nudity?

UNDERSTANDING DANES

Why do Danes love the Danish flag so much?

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Danish children struggle to learn their vowel-filled language – and this changes how adult Danes interact

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Embrace hygge: How to survive Denmark’s long nights this winter

CULTURE

The best Danish TV shows to watch to understand Denmark

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When can you talk to a stranger in Denmark without annoying them?

LEARNING DANISH

Who gave Denmark its insanely complex numbering system?