Torshavn

Denmark · Streymoy

Torshavn is the capital and largest town of the Faroe Islands, a self-governing territory within the Kingdom of Denmark, located on the island of Streymoy. Its historic heart is Tinganes, a small peninsula of turf-roofed wooden buildings that houses the Faroese government. The compact town has a harbour, colourful old streets and cultural venues, and is the main base for exploring the islands.

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Practical facts

Local time

UTC+0 · 6 h ahead of Costa Rica

Region

Streymoy

Main language

Danish

On the map

62.01° N, 6.77° W

Near Torshavn

• Streymoy · 22 km away
• Kalsoy · 34 km away
• Lerwick · 366 km away
• Kirkwall · 396 km away
• Scrabster · 417 km away
• Isle of Lewis · 419 km away

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