Faroe Islands

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Faroe Islands (Faeroe Islands) Group of 22 mountainous, volcanic islands (17 inhabited) in the n Atlantic between Iceland and the Shetland Islands. The largest are Streymoy and Esturoy. Settled in the 7th century, it was part of Norway from the 11th century to 1380, when it was ceded to Denmark. In 1852 parliament was restored, and since 1948 they have enjoyed a degree of autonomy. Capital and chief port: Tórshavn (Streymoy), pop. (2000) 16,700; Language: Faroese; Industries: fishery, sheep-rearing. Area: 1339sq km (540sq mi). Total pop. (2000) 46,000.

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