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Brief History. According to Færeyinga Saga emigrants who left Norway to escape the tyranny of Harald I of Norway settled in the islands about the beginning of the 9th century. 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.
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Country Information
Local name: Foroyar Capital: Torshavn Population: 47,246 Government: part of the Kingdom of Denmark; self-governing overseas administrative division of Denmark since 1948 Currency: Danish krone (DKK) Land size: 1,399 sq km Topography: rugged, rocky, some low peaks; cliffs along most of coast Typical foods: Major exports: fish and fish products 94%, stamps, ships |
Information on the People
Official language: Faroese Other languages spoken: Danish Religions: Evangelical Lutheran Literacy rate: Male/Female Ratio: 1.05 male(s) to every 1 female Life expectancy: 79.35 years Ethnic groups: Scandinavian Internet users: 31,000 Famous people: |
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