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VOLUME 5 SUMMER 2019 22 A trip to the capital Tórshavn is at least a day’s trip. From restaurants to museums, historic monuments to live music, Tórshavn is a city packed full of events to attend and many places to see. It is a city with a vibrant cultural life and an exciting food scene. Make sure to check in with the tourist information centre Visit Tórshavn for festivals or events during your time of visit. NORÐLÝSIÐ Explore the Faroe Islands by sea in a old schooner to the soundtrack of a classical music. Every Tuesday and Sunday during the summer the schooner Norðlýsið sets sails from the boat harbour in Tórshavn for sea caves under Nólsoy or Hestur. The passangers will go in smaller boats into the caves with classical musicians, who will perform a live concert in the sea cave. These trips are limited to 12 passengers and take place – if weather permits - every Tuesday and Sunday between the 6th of June and 20th august. It is recommended to buy tickets on the website www.nordlysid.com KIRKJUBØUR On the west side of Suðurstreymoy the old capital of Kirkjubøur offers travellers an insight into the old history and culture of the islands. The history is still visible today in the remains of the medieval St Magnus Cathedral. Furthermore with the oldest church in the Faroe Islands, St Olav’s church, and the oldest wooden house in the world, Kirkjubøargarðurin, both of them dating back to the 1110, Kirjkubøur is home to some of the best-kept historical buildings in the Faroe Islands. NÓLSOY The small island to east of the capital has for centuries served as a natural guardian for the capital against the Atlantic Ocean. Today its home to a charming local community with a lively cultural scene. The ferry Ternan departs from Tórshavn harbour and to Nólsoy several times a day. SUÐURSTREYMOY IN A DAY SUÐURSTREYMOY DESCRIBES THE SOUTHERN PART OF STREYMOY THAT ENCOPASSES TÓRSHAVN, HOYVÍK, ARGIR, NÓLSOY, KALDBAK, VELBASTAÐUR, HVÍTANES, KIRKJUBØUR, HESTUR, NORÐRADALUR, KALDBAKSBOTNUR, SYÐRADALUR, SUND AND KOLTUR WELCOME TO SUÐURSTREYMOY EXPLORE THE ISLANDS BREAKFAST AT THE BOAT HARBOUR Start your day with breakfast at the boat harbour. Enjoy observing the daily life in the world smallest capital with small boats sailing in and out of the harbour. Most cafes open their doors at 9 in the morning an offer a rich variety of breakfasts, sandwiches, baked goods, salads and cakes. TINGANES AND THE HILLS After finishing your morning coffee go for a stroll out to Tinganes, which is home for the Faroese government. If you are lucky you may meet the Faroese prime minister, løgmaður in Faroese, when walking outside his office. Tinganes is on the tip of Reyni, which is the old part of Tórshavn, and is the area characterized by its small houses, narrow streets, grass roofs and beautiful red buildings. If you prefer to take a walk in nature, then put on your walking shoes and head to one of the several hiking trails in the hills and the mountains surrounding Tórshavn which offer a panoramic view of the island of Nólsoy. THE NATIONAL MUSEUM The national museum of the Faroe Islands is situated only 10 minutes walk from the city centre. On your way to the museum walk through the plantation, which is the largest of its kind on the islands. In the middle of the park there is pond, where ducks and swans live. The national museum is on the other side of the plantation and has in its collection of paintings, drawings, sculptures, and graphics some of the greatest works of Faroese artists. DINE IN THE OLD TOWN Faroese gastronomy is on its way up and forward in the world with the two stars Michelin-restaurant Koks leading the charge. Beside Koks there are several restaurants situated in the old town which offer a memorable dining experience combining a high level of service and professionalism with fresh Faroese products. Located no more than 2 minutes from each others are Ræst, which serves fermented Faroese food, Áarstova, a lamb and seafood restaurant, Barbara, the best fish restaurant in the country, and Katrina Christiansen, which serves Spanish tapas-cuisine with influence from Faroese food tradition and products. TRAVEL TIPS Tinganes