Kirkjubøur

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Two churches are located at Kyrkjebø, St. Magnus Cathedral, built around the year 1300 and Olavskirken from year 1111, named after Olav Tryggvason and is the only medieval church still in use on the Faroe Islands. This is Olavskirken. Read more on: http://www.travelwithallsenses.com/faroe-islands-treat-for-all-senses/
Two churches are located at Kyrkjebø, St. Magnus Cathedral, built around the year 1300 and Olavskirken from year 1111, named after Olav Tryggvason and is the only medieval church still in use on the Faroe Islands. This is Olavskirken. Read more on: http://www.travelwithallsenses.com/faroe-islands-treat-for-all-senses/
The hike from Torshavn to the old bishopric and royal residence where the Norwegian King Sverre grew up, takes a few hours. In the Middle Ages Kyrkjebo was the cultural and religious center in the Faroe Islands. The old log house is told to be Europe’s oldest timber building, around 900 years old. John Patursson is the host and farmer at Kyrkjebo, he’s 17. generation onsite. Read more on: http://www.travelwithallsenses.com/faroe-islands-treat-for-all-senses/
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Hotel Føroyar

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Hilton Garden Inn Faroe Islands

Hilton Garden Inn Faroe Islands

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Hotel Brandan

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Oknarvegur 2 Tórshavn
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Guesthouse In Tórshavn Centre

Guesthouse In Tórshavn Centre

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7 Niels Winthersgøta Tórshavn
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Tórshavn Apartment - City Center

Tórshavn Apartment - City Center

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Hoydalsvegur 36 Tórshavn
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Stadium - Central - Park - Art Gallery

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St Magnus Cathedral

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Learn about the local history of Kirkjubøur when you spend time at St Magnus Cathedral. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

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Tórshavn’s Timeless Tales Self Guided Audio Walking Tour

Tórshavn’s Timeless Tales Self Guided Audio Walking Tour

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Tórshavn’s Timeless Tales Self Guided Audio Walking Tour
Ghosts of Tórshavn Quest Experience

Ghosts of Tórshavn: Self-Guided Haunted Mystery Walk

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Ghosts of Tórshavn: Self-Guided Haunted Mystery Walk
2-Hour Boat Trip in Faroe Island

2-Hour Boat Trip in Faroe Island

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