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9 Reasons to Visit the Faroe Islands

Maya Pillai
Faroe Islands in North Atlantic Ocean are tucked in between Norway and Iceland. The Islands attract adventure sport lovers from across the globe. A visit to this serene place is sure to mesmerize you.

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Picturesque villages with cliffs, waterfalls, and rocky coasts beckon tourists. Faroese is spoken here.

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Unrivaled Natural Beauty of Gasadalur Village
Gasadalur is a tiny picturesque village located on the edge of a tall cliff that overlooks the sea.

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Previously isolated, this mountain village now welcomes tourists after a tunnel was built in 2004.
The villages in Faroe Islands are sparsely populated. The inhabitants ensure that the vistas and the historical huts remain unspoiled .

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You may come across more sheep than human beings in the Faroe Islands.

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Mulafossur Waterfall Rushing to Meet the Atlantic Ocean
Mulafossur waterfall in  Gasadalur village . It is only a five minute walk from the village to this ethereal waterfall.
Adorable Atlantic Puffins
Faroe Islands are bird watchers paradise.
Mykines, a Faroe Island is only a 45-minute ferry ride from the island of Vagar.   It is a breeding ground for the adorable Atlantic Puffins and many other summer birds.

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Lake Sorvagsvatn, an Optical Illusion in Real Life
Faroe Islands' largest lake creates a floating illusion above the North Atlantic, perched over 90 feet high.
Enjoy the Mild Winters
Faroe Islands' winters are mild, rarely freezing, but snow adds magic. Best from November to January, with five hours of daylight.

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Catch a Glimpse of the Northern Lights
Catch the Northern Lights in Gjogv and Klaksvík, Faroe Islands, best from September to March.

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Turf Roofed Houses
Turf-roofed houses dot the Faroe Islands, from seaside villages to the capital, Torshavn.
This architectural styled roof protects the houses from the rain and snow.

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Adrenaline Drive for Trekkers and Hikers
Explore Kalsoy's stunning cliffs and lush hills. Hike for panoramic views of neighboring islands.

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Drangarnir Rock at the Faroe Islands
Drangarnir Rock: Vertical sea stack with a hole, nestled between Vagar and Tindholmur islands.

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Hike to Drangarnir is challenging. It takes around 4 hours each way by foot. You can also experience Dangarnir by taking a boat from the village Bour.