Denmark, Western Australia

Denmark is a town in the Great Southern region of Western Australia. It is about 414 kilometers southeast of Perth. The town is on the coast, at the mouth of the Denmark River. It is known for its beautiful forests and the Southern Ocean. As of 2016, Denmark had a population of 2,558; 

 History 
The area is the traditional land of the Noongar people.

The first European to explore the area was Dr. Thomas Braidwood Wilson in 1829. He named the river after his friend, Dr. Alexander Denmark.

The town was started in 1895. It was a timber town, and many trees were cut down to get wood for building. In 1902, the timber mill closed. After that, people began to farm in the area. They grew fruit and vegetables and had dairy farms.

 Geography 
Denmark is in a wet and green part of Western Australia. It has a Mediterranean climate. The town is surrounded by karri and marri forests. It is on the Denmark River and the Wilson Inlet. The coast has many nice beaches.

The town is a popular place for tourists. People come to see the tall trees, the beaches, and the local food and wine.

 Demographics 
Denmark is a popular place to live. It has a larger population than many other towns in the area. It is a service center for tourists and for the farms and wineries nearby.