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Tórshavn ( Faroese: [ˈtʰɔu̯ʂhau̯n] ⓘ; lit.'. Thor 's harbour' ), usually locally referred to as simply Havn, is the capital and largest city of the Faroe Islands. It is located in the southern part on the east coast of Streymoy. To the northwest of the city lies the 347-meter-high (1,138 ft) mountain Húsareyn, and to the southwest ...
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It became an independent municipality in 1866 and is the...
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It became an independent municipality in 1866 and is the largest in the Faroes. The municipality has a population of about 23,090 (March 2023) or 40.5% of the total population of the islands. It contains the following towns and villages: Tórshavn; Argir; Hoyvík; Hvítanes; Kaldbak; Kaldbaksbotnur; Kirkjubøur; Velbastaður; Kollafjørður ...
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Tórshavn offers attractions such as the historic Tinganes district, Vesturkirkjan church, and the National Gallery. Day trip destinations include Vestmanna Bird Cliffs, Sørvágsvatn Lake, and Gasadalur Waterfall. Tórshavn, the Faroese capital city, is a must-visit. Embark on an unforgettable adventure and immerse yourself in this enchanting ...
Tórshavn is situated on southeast coast of Streymoy, which is the largest of the 18 islands. With a population of about 20,500 people, Tórshavn is one of the smallest capitals in the world. Tórshavn is a cosmopolitan municipality, where history and 21-century modernity meet to create the city’s unique charm and appeal.
Tórshavn (Danish: Thorshavn) is the capital and largest city of the Faroe Islands, a part of the Kingdom of Denmark. As of 2008, the city has a population of 13,000, with the urban area populated by 19,000 people in total.
Oct 5, 2023 · Tórshavn is the capital city of The Faroe Islands, named after the Nordic God of Thunder, Thor. Tórshavn translates to ‘Thor's harbour’, with a combination of modern and traditional architecture across the city. Tórshavn city is one of the most northern capitals, after Nuuk and Reykjavik at 62°N7°W. This guide to this unique and remote ...
Faroe Islands. Streymoy. Tórshavn Municipality. Tórshavn is the capital of the Faroe Islands. At the foot of a mountain range, the archipelago's largest city has a long history dating back as far as 850 AD. Map. Directions. Satellite. Photo Map. torshavn.fo. Wikivoyage. Wikipedia. Photo: Stig Nygaard, CC BY 2.0.
