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Faroe Islands

by James Proctor
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Overview

Immediately familiar to anyone who has ever listened to the shipping forecast, the Faroe Islands remain relatively unknown. Wild, rugged and remote, these 18 windswept islands are home to over 300 species of bird and 87,000 sheep. Miles of mountainous terrain punctuated with traditional turf-roofed houses await the hiker, alongside dozens of vertical cliffs teeming with seabirds.
Author James Proctor brings his specialist knowledge of the islands to this in-depth guide, sharing his understanding of Faroese culture and making this the essential companion on a trip to one of Europe's undiscovered destinations.

This guide features:

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When to visit - and coping with the weather
* Faroese language and culture
* Island and inter-island transport - ferries, helicopters, buses
* The capital, Torshavn, with its lively bars and restaurants
* Numerous hikes around the islands

About the Author, James Proctor

James Proctor is a travel writer and former BBC journalist specializing in European affairs. A frequent visitor to the Faroes, he is currently adding Faroese to his already multilingual repertoire.

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Book Details

Published
December 16, 2004
Publisher
Bradt Travel Guides
Pages
216
Format
Paperback
ISBN
9781841621074

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