Faroe Islands

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I took this photo on August 27th in the Faroe Islands. This waterfall is one of the most picturesque and well-visited sights there. And one of the highlights of my trip! It was a dream to visit the Faroes and especially this waterfall. Am so glad I finally did :). And while popular with photographers it is still quite isolated! And compared to the waterfalls of Iceland it is not nearly as popular. Same with the Faroe Islands as a whole. And there was just a few other tourists when I was there at sunset. Also, before the completion of a tunnel in about 2006 this waterfall was even less visited as one had to travel over the mountains to get there. A much harder journey. But the scenery is incredible on the way! And even more so when you are there :).
What a fantastic place. Love to mow the roofgrass here. #hiking #nature #faroeislands #saksun #earth #places Feel free to follow my travels on: https://www.facebook.com/ShotByCanipel/ https://www.instagram.com/canipel/

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The hike from Torshavn to the old bishopric and royal residence where the Norwegian King Sverre grew up, takes a few hours. In the Middle Ages Kyrkjebo was the cultural and religious center in the Faroe Islands. The old log house is told to be Europe’s oldest timber building, around 900 years old. John Patursson is the host and farmer at Kyrkjebo, he’s 17. generation onsite. Read more on: http://www.travelwithallsenses.com/faroe-islands-treat-for-all-senses/
Kirkjubøur
Head to sights like St Magnus Cathedral as you discover the local area in Kirkjubøur.

Reasons to visit

  • St Magnus Cathedral
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Tórshavn
Tórshavn
Known for Ports, Islands and Ferries and boats
Escape to Tórshavn! Enjoy its museums, island views, and coffee.
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Hoyvík
Hoyvík
Check out the local area in Hoyvík—home to attractions like Svartafoss Waterfall and The National Museum of the Faroe Islands.
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Gasadalur
Gasadalur
Known for Islands and Sea
Trip time! Discover the island views in Gasadalur.
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Klaksvik
Klaksvik
Known for Museums
Explore Klaksvik: its museums and more!
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An idyllic, misty view of Sandavágur! I was on my way to the otherworldly Trøllkonufingur! Trøllkonufingur was one of the best sights on Vágar Island and one of the highlights of my trip. But, I also enjoyed the walk to and from there! I hiked about 12 KM that entire day and it was well worth it. Sandavágur has been voted the most well-kept village in the Faroes twice. And it's the most famous "city" in the country, and best voted traveling experience. Although, not an actual city at all - the population is only around 861! The name Sandavágur means sandy bay and refers to the sandy beach which used to be much larger than present. From one point in Sandavágur you can get a view of all the southern islands in the Faroes. And the red-roofed church seen in this photo is one of the best in the Faroe Islands! In fact, members of the Danish Royal Family were there 1 day after I was! I even saw their motorcade as they were continuing on their journey. A pretty cool experience, too ;). I took this photo on August 25th.
Sandavágur
Venture to sights like Trøllkonufingur as you discover the local area in Sandavágur.
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