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Faroe Islands |
Introduction:
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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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| Official name: |
Faroe Islands |
| Capital: |
name: Torshavn
geographic coordinates: 62 01 N, 6 46 W
time difference: UTC 0 (5 hours ahead of Washington, DC during Standard Time)
daylight saving time: +1hr, begins last Sunday in March; ends last Sunday in October |
| Government type: |
NA |
| Population: |
47,511 (July 2007 est.) |
| Languages: |
Faroese (derived from Old Norse), Danish |
| Official Currency: |
Danish Krone (DKK)
Current Danish Krone Exchange Rates
Historical Danish Krone Exchange Rates
Chart Danish Krone Exchange Rates |
| Currency code: |
DKK |
| Area: |
total: 1,399 sq km
land: 1,399 sq km
water: 0 sq km (some lakes and streams) |
| Climate: |
mild winters, cool summers; usually overcast; foggy, windy |
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Map of Faroe Islands
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