Faroe Islands
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Capital
Torshavn
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Local time
6:42
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Population
50 322
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Driving side
Right
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Calling code
+298
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Currency
kr DKK (krone)
Faroe Islands
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Capital
Torshavn
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Local time
6:42
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Population
50 322
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Driving side
Right
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Calling code
+298
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Currency
kr DKK (krone)
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Average Salary
$ 2 470
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Petrol price
€ 1.48 pl
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Precipitation
1 472mm /year
Geography & travel
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Country Area
1 399 km2
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Agricultural area
2%
Population
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Languages
Faroese
Danish
Economy
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Industries
fishing, fish processing, ship repair, handicrafts
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Agriculture
milk, potatoes, vegetables, sheep, salmon, other fish
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Natural Resources
fish, whales, hydropower, oil and gas
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Natural Resources
fish, whales, hydropower, oil and gas
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Renewable Energy
6%
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CO2 Emissions
598kt
What not to do when visiting Faroe Islands
Faroe Islands Don’t feel obliged to make formalities in casual conversations - they are initiated and closed with expressions such as "Good day" and "Farewell" without formalities as handshaking or kissing. People face each other slightly obliquely.
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Europe Don’t forget to handshake when greeting (men). Women usually greet with light kisses on both cheeks (”air kisses” where you just touch cheeks and kiss the air), a handshake is common on first meeting. Eye contact is important.
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Europe Don't smack or slurp - it's not appreciated.
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Europe Don't avoid eye contact business and personal conversations. It's a sign of courtesy.
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Northern Europe Don't forget to disrobe completely before you sauna - bring a towel (only) if you are shy.
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Europe Don't enter buses, trains or similar before everyone who wants to get out has done so.
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Europe Don't forget to wear reflectors when riding a bike or walking at dark.
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