copenhagen(哥本哈根).ppt

copenhagen(哥本哈根).pptCopenhagen
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Overview
Copenhagen (/ˈkoʊpənheɪɡən/ ) is the capital of Denmark and its most populous city, with an urban population of 1,230,728 and a metropolitan population of 1,954,411 (as of 1 April 2013). Copenhagen is situated on the eastern coast of Zealand and stretches across part of Amager. A number of bridges and tunnels connect the parts of the city together, and the cityscape is characterized by promenades and waterfronts.
Cityscape
The city's appearance today is shaped by the key role it has played as a regional centre for centuries. Copenhagen has a multitude of districts, each representing its time and with its own distinctive character, making up a dense urban fabric. Other distinctive features of Copenhagen include the abundance of water, the many parks, and the bicycle paths that line most streets.
Economy
Copenhagen is the economic and financial center of Denmark and also a strong business and economic center in the Scandinavian-Baltic region. Around million inhabitants live within a 50 km (31 mi) radius of Copenhagen, making the city center one of the most dense and populated area in Northern Europe. The region generates approximately 25 per cent of both Sweden's and Denmark's GDP. In 2008, Copenhagen was ranked 4th by Financial Times-owned FDi magazine on their list of Top 50 European Cities of the Future after Londo