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The Faroe Islands from page 10 Being treeless, except for a few that have been nurtured other fish crops that, because of their confined nature,
in Tórshavn’s city park, the barren landscape defines the have created some environmental concerns. Likewise,
what plopped into the Atlantic Ocean became the Faroe true ruggedness that shines through. camping is illegal in the islands in order to protect nature,
Islands.” Unlike other groups of islands in the world, the The Faroese pride themselves on having the cleanest and more importantly, the freshwater streams and rivers
Faroes are made up of long, narrow strips of land next to marine environment in the
each other, separated with fjords and narrow waterways. North Atlantic. There are,
The land itself has been laid in layers, much like a cake, however, a number of fish
which produce steep walls right at the water’s edge. farms that raise trout and

Bryggjubakki Street at night, central Tórshavn. Photo by Vincent van Zeijst Tórshavn Cathedral. Photo by Vincent van Zeijst

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of the islands’ remaining population.
Some 800,000 long-finned pilot whales are found in
the waters around the Faroes. These have been a food
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when a “grindadrap” (whale hunt) takes place. These
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Individuals or seniors living alone always feel safe knowing that help is just a call away. is wasted. Faroese law limits the number of grindadraps
patients & the providers directly
patients & the providers directly
per year to ensure that there is no waste.
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from the Link+
The 24hr response feature will advise you of the immediate medical attention you may The Faroes, with its layer-cake mountains, crashing
need. Your physician will be able to view your vital signs if necessary. surf, lighthouses and sea birds flocking over a colorful
fleet of fishing boats, make these North Atlantic islands
an inspiring source for breathtaking paintings and
photographs.
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