Denmark

Crown Prince Frederik kicks off a year of celebrations as Copenhagen is appointed World Capital of Architecture

Crown Prince Frederik of Denmark has kicked off a year of celebrations as Copenhagen starts its tenure as the global capital of architecture in 2023. The Danish capital city was designated as the global architecture capital of 2023 by UNESCO and the International Union of Architects (UIA). The Crown Prince, who serves as the patron of the year of the scheme, delivered a speech at the opening…
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Crown Prince Frederik of Denmark announces new patronage

Crown Prince Frederik has taken on a new patronage this year as Copenhagen’s architecture takes centre stage. The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) and the International Association of Architects have designated Copenhagen as its World Capital of Architecture for 2023. As patron, Crown Prince Frederik will take part in events throughout the year to…
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A new dress after a quarter of a century for Europe's longest-reigning monarch

While the new year is a celebration for everyone, it is an even bigger celebration for Queen Margrethe of Denmark. After 25 years, she wore a new dress for the Royal House’s New Year’s Cure on 3 January.  Royals are often known for their large and expensive wardrobes. However, Queen Margrethe of Denmark re-wears her “cure” dress for several years. She wore her first dress for 25 years.
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“I embrace my entire family with great love at all times" - Queen Margrethe speaks of family and hope in New Year's Eve speech

Queen Margrethe delivered her annual New Year’s Eve speech at the close of her Golden Jubilee year, reminding listeners: “All over the world, people’s lives are connected for better and for worse. It has rarely been more clear than at this time.” The Danish Queen, who marked her 50th year on the throne in 2022, used her speech to thank people around the world for their…
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