The Faroe Islands, or Sheep Islands as they are commonly known, are located in Europe. To be more precise, they are situated between the North Atlantic Ocean and the Norwegian Sea. They are growing in popularity with tourists looking for a quiet and relaxing vacation.
They are a province belonging to Denmark, so they mainly speak Danish or Faroese. It is late that these islands have become popular and people are curious to know more about them, which has been a good boost for their travel industry.
When you are planning a trip to these islands, you should try to visit Kirkjubour. This was a famous house during the medieval times and nowadays it is visited by many tourists.
There are a few hundred stone houses and chalets located around this area. One of them, the Church of Saint Olav, was built in 1111 in memory of the king. There are also several Magnus Cathedral ruins behind this, which are hidden and undiscovered, making it a must-see for curious tourists.
Foroya Fornminissavn is a mischievous name for the National Museum. Foroya Fornminissavn, is divided into two sites, each with its share of monuments and artifacts.
The main site of Brekkutun is full of Faroese artifacts used during the Viking period. Some date from the 19th century. In the treasure room, there is the famous carving of the Virgin Mary meeting the mother of John the Baptist, Elizabeth.
The second site is very quiet and peaceful, Kurdalsegur has all the historical gadgets and pieces such as the telephone bell and the grandfather clock. There are also some exquisite turf-roofed outbuildings in this section of the museum.
The Vestmanna Bird Cliffs are another popular spot among tourists vacationing in this enchanting location. It is said that the one thing that everyone who passes through the Faroe Islands looks forward to is the boat ride to Vestmanna Bird Cliffs.
The boat ride through the lake and through the trees, to the North West Streymoy Wild Bird Sanctuary, will leave you in awe. You can also see the imposing high cliffs and the sea that surrounds you on all sides. Here you can observe birds of various species, a pleasure for lovers and bird watchers.
Since the Faroe Islands are surrounded by water, fishing is a main occupation for many, even today. If you were to visit the city of Torshavn, you would see the colorful boats, all waiting to sail out to sea, with eager fishermen on board. While you’re here, you can do some shopping in Sirri for you and your family.
In addition to the usual walks and excursions, you can take a tour along the seashore. This will give you a view of how wide and beautiful the ocean is. Many tourists now return to the Faroe Islands year after year, drawn by the natural beauty of the place and the warmth and friendliness of the locals.