Salmon farming and remote villages

The Faroe Islands have reportedly the best and healthiest salmon in the world. They have sole rights to their surrounding waters for fishing wild salmon. It is indeed delicious! This photo shows just a few of the round holding areas which can be viewed all around the islands. The bulk of their catch goes for sale to Russia.

The Far Away Faroes

May 22nd 2019
What an awesome get away! This tiny island country is small in size and far flung in location, but large and generous in hospitality and majesty! My dear travel pal, Fred, and I enjoyed 7 days of hiking and exploring the Faroes via foot, rental car, ferry and even helicopter! A well developed infrastructure, including sub-sea tunnels, combined with incredibly friendly locals who often spoke Engli ... read more

Europe » Faroe Islands

The population of the Faroe Islands is largely descended from Viking settlers who arrived in the 9th century. The islands have been connected politically to Denmark since the 14th century. A high degree of self-government was attained in 1948.... ... read more

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