Tórshavn
Tórshavn is the capital and largest city of the Faroe Islands, an autonomous territory within the Kingdom of Denmark. It is situated on the eastern coast of the island of Streymoy, at the southern end of a natural harbor that forms the core of the town. The city acts as the political, economic, and cultural center of the archipelago, hosting the national government offices, the Parliament (the Løgting), and most public services.
The town’s historic heart sits on the Tinganes peninsula, where medieval timber houses and narrow streets reflect
Geographically, Tórshavn blends old and modern urban areas, with traditional turf-roofed houses near the harbor alongside
As of recent estimates, the population hovers around twenty thousand, with Faroese as the predominant language
Transport to and from the city relies on Vágar Airport for international access, plus domestic ferry and