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Zealand
Zealand (pronunciation: /ˈziːlənd/), also known as Sjælland in Danish, is the largest and most populous island in Denmark. It is not to be confused with New Zealand, a country in the southwestern Pacific Ocean.
Etymology
The name "Zealand" is derived from the Old Norse Sjáland, which translates to "Sea Land" or "Land by the Sea". The exact origin of the name is unknown, but it is believed to have been used since the Viking Age.
Related Terms
- Copenhagen: The capital city of Denmark, located on the eastern coast of Zealand.
- Roskilde: A city in Zealand, known for the Roskilde Cathedral and the Roskilde Festival.
- Øresund: The strait separating Zealand from Sweden.
- Great Belt: A strait between the main islands of Zealand and Funen in Denmark.
- Funen: The second-largest island of Denmark, located to the west of Zealand.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Zealand
- Wikipedia's article - Zealand
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