The Myths. 1  Everyone in the Middle Ages thought the earth was flat. 2  Columbus faced opposition to his attempt to find a western route to Asia because people thought the earth was flat.
The name Engel is of German origin. The meaning of Engel is angel. Engel is used as both a boys and girls name. It consists of 5 letters and 2 syllables and is pronounced En-gel.
What characterises the Danes as a people? Many non-Danes living in Denmark suggest that the Danes are open and welcoming. Others may call them reserved, especially during the long winter months. For many Danes, the word hygge is essential when describing something uniquely Danish. The word is best translated into English as âcozinessâ or âconvivialityâ and reflects the sense of community and sense of security which comes about when Danes spend quality time with people they care about.