Denmark consists of the peninsula of Jutland (Jylland) and approximately 407 islands of which 79 are inhabited.

The largest and most densely populated islands are Zealand (Sjælland), Funen (Fyn) and Bornholm. The capital Copenhagen (København) is situated on the east coast of Zealand.

Administratively, the country is divided into 5 regions (regioner) and 98 local municipalities (kommuner).

Towards the end of the 10th century, Denmark was united as a single kingdom. It has been an independent country ever since, and is thus one of the oldest states in Europe.

The form of government is a parliamentary democracy with a royal head of state.

The four seasons are distinct in Denmark, so dress accordingly. An overcoat and warm clothing are needed for late autumn, winter and early spring. Lighter apparel is fine for the rest of the year.

Denmark has a mild climate with no extremes of heat or cold. In the light summer months of June to August, the average daytime temperature is 19.5 degrees centigrade and in February - the coldest month - the average is 1.2 degrees centigrade. This makes Copenhagen's weather much more like London's or Amsterdam's than that of the other Scandinavian capitals.

Weather forecast in English: tel. +45 3838 3663 or www.dmi.dk/eng/index.html 

Also read the section "Packing for Denmark"