because this is the country that has the oldest monarchy, of all those monarchies. the family dates right back to the viking era. the danes are a contradiction. they don't mind a bit of old—fashioned brass band and boot polish, but they also have espresso latte and high—speed broadband. at amalienborg palace, the guard still turns out twice a day to protect the king and queen. this is a spectacle no tourist should miss. the royal family themselves have rather got over pomp and ceremony. since her student days, the queen has preferred a bicycle to a limo. crown prince frederik rides out so often, he might