Copenhagen is the capital and largest city of Denmark, located on the islands of Zealand and Amager. It has a population of over 1.1 million in its urban area and nearly 1.9 million in the metropolitan area. Copenhagen is considered one of the most environmentally friendly and livable cities in the world, with clean water that can be swum in and over a third of residents commuting by bicycle daily. Since 2000, Copenhagen has experienced strong urban and cultural development through investments in culture, infrastructure, and successful designers, chefs, and architects.