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Torshavn's Town Hall (Torshavn; Faroe Islands)  
   

Torshavn's Town Hall (Torshavn; Faroe Islands)

Pint-sized Thor's Harbour has small-town charm

April 4th 2015
That's Thor's Harbour as in 'Torshavn', the diminuitive Faroese capital city (or town, to be more precise). It appears logical enough for a city break to the Faroe Islands to base yourself in Torshavn, as this is the only real built-up area on the island network which is likely to offer anything of a selection of restaurants, shops a ... read more
Europe » Faroe Islands » Torshavn

Faroese Flag 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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