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Page last updated: June 12, 2025

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Denmark's ultra-modern Copenhagen Opera House, completed in 2005, stands on the island of Holmen in the center of Copenhagen.

Denmark's ultra-modern Copenhagen Opera House, completed in 2005, stands on the island of Holmen in the center of Copenhagen.

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Denmark’s King Frederick VI adopted the national coat of arms in 1819. The crown of King Christian V, who ruled Denmark and Norway from 1670 to 1699, sits atop the shield, symbolizing royal and national authority. The three lions represent a strong and powerful country, with red lily pads in the shape of hearts that stand for strength, valor, and joy.:

Denmark’s King Frederick VI adopted the national coat of arms in 1819. The crown of King Christian V, who ruled Denmark and Norway from 1670 to 1699, sits atop the shield, symbolizing royal and national authority. The three lions represent a strong and powerful country, with red lily pads in the shape of hearts that stand for strength, valor, and joy.

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