Tórshavn (Multi colored houses) – Video

Posted: November 14, 2012 at 9:47 am




Tórshavn (Multi colored houses)
Faroe Islands multi colored houses of Torshavn. Tórshavn Population 12496 Tórshavn lies to the south on the east coast of Streymoy. From Tórshavn there is a beautiful view over the sea and the island of Nólsoy. The Vikings founded the first parliament on Tinganes around year 900. The town has grown considerably during the last century and has now merged with its neighbours: Argir to the south and Hoyvík to the north. Tórshavn is by far the largest town in the Faroe Islands and it is also the capital. It is the perfect place to start a holiday in, a wonderful introduction to the Faroe Islands. It has something for everybody.It has no airport however, so if you are coming by airplane you will most likely land at the airport near Sørvágur. You can check the local airport website for more information. Sørvágur is also a pleasant place, but there is something truly special about Tórshavn. The town is a charming blend of old and new. In the area around the harbour lies Tinganes. This is where the government is located. The #39;old town #39; of Tórshavn is also here. The cute and small houses have been restored over the last years and the area has turned in to a cosy place where people want to live. Skansin is located over the harbour. This is an old fortress built in 1580. It was built in order to defend Tórshavn from pirates. Five minutes walk from the harbour is the city-centre Vaglið. Here is also Løgtingið, the Faeroese parliament. Nearby are also shops, restaurants, hotels and a ...From:Faroe ParadiseViews:1 0ratingsTime:01:24More inTravel Events

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