Tinganes
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The attractive, historic centre of Torshavn, with old grass-roofed buildings. The headquarters of the Faroese Government is based here.
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StevenKolsteren
Groningen, The Netherlands189 contributions
Sept 2022
The town of Tórshavn is easy to walk in, the oldest part Tinganes has the official buildings and some private homes in red painted wood structures. Some houses have a small cabin to dry the sheep flesh and fish and large grass for isolation on the roof - very cool concept. Quiet and free to walk there, only a few minutes from the harbour and the ferry.
Written 21 September 2022
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Robert D
Brooklyn, New York4,257 contributions
Aug 2021
On the Trip Advisor page, be sure to click on visit website. If you have a copy of "Tinganes-A brief Historical Guide" to read, it will enhance your appreciation of the buildings. There are many centuries-old buildings within a small area and it is nice to just wander around. You will need the guide to understand what these buildings are as there is very little signage.
Written 26 September 2021
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itchyfeet2014
Glasgow, UK2,295 contributions
June 2022
This is an interesting place as it houses the government buildings for The Faroes. Very scenic, rustic buildings with grass roofs. Not seen many like it in my time.
The day we were wandering through the area the Prime Minister of Denmark was visiting so there was a real buzz if active and camera crews around.
Definitely visit here, it doesn’t take long and is very atmospheric.
The day we were wandering through the area the Prime Minister of Denmark was visiting so there was a real buzz if active and camera crews around.
Definitely visit here, it doesn’t take long and is very atmospheric.
Written 14 June 2022
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Henrik F
Aabybro, Denmark38 contributions
July 2020 • Family
Tinganes er absolut et besøg værd. Det er både den gamle bydel og regeringshovedsæde. Tinganes is a must see. It is both the oldest part of town and the parliament.
Written 20 July 2020
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S L
Singapore, Singapore29 contributions
Aug 2023
The Tinganes is the official government of the Faroe Islands, and this location features olden architecture which has been well-preserved, allowing one to embrace the peace and tranquility of Torshavn.
Take your time to walk through the buildings both inhabited by residents and government officials alike. This is a "Must Do" when first visiting Torshavn.
Take your time to walk through the buildings both inhabited by residents and government officials alike. This is a "Must Do" when first visiting Torshavn.
Written 16 August 2023
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sharrongeg
Henderson, NV3,685 contributions
July 2023
Just beautiful old building with grass growing on the roofs. Small area and very easy to walk around. Some are parliament building, others are random government offices.
An absolute Must-Do when in Torshavn
An absolute Must-Do when in Torshavn
Written 16 July 2023
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694Lola694
Colchester, UK107 contributions
Aug 2014 • Friends
I visit here on a cruise to Iceland. It is a beautiful and quaint city. The Tourist Information Office is exceptionally helpful, they recommended walking tours, bus rides (red buses are free, but they only operate weekdays), did a circular tour of over an hour, very scenic. Went to a museum Culture museum on another bus and did a walk round the old town, using the map, including the lighthouse and fort. A lovely place to visit.
Written 1 September 2014
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belleretraite
Montreal, Canada7,762 contributions
Oct 2014 • Couples
This place is different ! When you step in from a cruiseship the first impression is that you are in a kind of Disneyland or Tivoli type of reproduction ! You are back hundred of years ago !!!
First walk or wander around the port and Parliement part of the city and then get to the center of the city where you can get on the bus ! There are 3 routes and they are all FREE ! They are all very interesting since they give you a different perspective of the city and the suburb ! We did 2 with a walking break in between but if we would have known sooner we would have done all 3 ! Do not forgive your camera or tablet or i.pad : you will get fantastic pictures !
First walk or wander around the port and Parliement part of the city and then get to the center of the city where you can get on the bus ! There are 3 routes and they are all FREE ! They are all very interesting since they give you a different perspective of the city and the suburb ! We did 2 with a walking break in between but if we would have known sooner we would have done all 3 ! Do not forgive your camera or tablet or i.pad : you will get fantastic pictures !
Written 4 February 2015
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robin338
Singapore, Singapore234 contributions
Sept 2013 • Solo
I always tell my friends: Iceland has 2 sisters - Greenland and the Faroe Islands - and all 3 are equally beautiful!
I have visited 44 countries so far, and (together with my other favourite - Greenland) the Faroe Islands is easily the best! The most striking part will be their scenery...but I also love their food, the people and culture. There's alot of expensive and nice looking sheep, cows and horses on the islands, mostly unfenced, and they are all very friendly, gladly posing for photos.
There is also something special about the grass here...so comfortable to sleep and lie on - looking at the clouds go by and listening to the birds' call....
Souvenir wise, I like to buy the knitted cardigans from Sirri, which is just next to Hotel Hafnia.
Weather wise, it rains at times but I still got very good pictures. In fact, this was the least of my concerns during my trip.
The islands is also ranked #1 worldwide by National Geographic for its beauty and tourism - I agree with this 100%. My highest recommendations for the Faroe Islands!
I have visited 44 countries so far, and (together with my other favourite - Greenland) the Faroe Islands is easily the best! The most striking part will be their scenery...but I also love their food, the people and culture. There's alot of expensive and nice looking sheep, cows and horses on the islands, mostly unfenced, and they are all very friendly, gladly posing for photos.
There is also something special about the grass here...so comfortable to sleep and lie on - looking at the clouds go by and listening to the birds' call....
Souvenir wise, I like to buy the knitted cardigans from Sirri, which is just next to Hotel Hafnia.
Weather wise, it rains at times but I still got very good pictures. In fact, this was the least of my concerns during my trip.
The islands is also ranked #1 worldwide by National Geographic for its beauty and tourism - I agree with this 100%. My highest recommendations for the Faroe Islands!
Written 22 September 2013
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Aussiegrannie
Adelaide, Australia1,074 contributions
July 2011 • Solo
I visited this inspirational place, both times I have been to the Faroes Islands.The first time I was here I had the opportunity to meet the Minister for Foreign Affairs on the steps of the complex. He was outside enjoying the fresh air - shooting the breeze with one of his colleagues. There were no bodyguards just two blokes sitting on the steps - contemplating the day
The second time I was here I wandered around thinking and trying to decide if the minimal aspect of the area would be more or less functional than, and trying to compare it to my own concrete jungle in Canberra. I thought about this and wondered about the simple versus the grand. Does simple and most probably functional outweigh the grand of Canberra Australia, and in my view most probably, dysfunctional. The history of this place, grass roofed, beautiful, old, peaceful, and unguarded. Canberra, cold, in-accessible, a concrete jungle, with security everywhere.For me no comparison, I know which one I prefer.
A truly lovely, honest place to see.
The second time I was here I wandered around thinking and trying to decide if the minimal aspect of the area would be more or less functional than, and trying to compare it to my own concrete jungle in Canberra. I thought about this and wondered about the simple versus the grand. Does simple and most probably functional outweigh the grand of Canberra Australia, and in my view most probably, dysfunctional. The history of this place, grass roofed, beautiful, old, peaceful, and unguarded. Canberra, cold, in-accessible, a concrete jungle, with security everywhere.For me no comparison, I know which one I prefer.
A truly lovely, honest place to see.
Written 17 August 2011
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gcarthur2017
Edmond, Oklahoma
Are there tours to the northern part of Eysturoy? We will be on a cruise and be there from 8am to 7pm
Written 20 June 2017
Tenho uma dúvida, qual seria a melhor maneira de chegar às Ilhas Faroe? Tipo saindo de København/Denmark
Written 18 February 2017
I am writing about visitors' experience of the Viking heritage of the north Atlantic islands . Is anyone able to tell me how they were affected by visiting the Faroes? Did it open your eyes to anything you hadn't appreciated before - especially about the Vikings, their way of life and about present Faroese culture? Many thanks. Ian (A mature university student)
Written 2 June 2015
Traveling to and visiting the Faroe Islands opened my eyes to the breathtaking beauty of their Archipelago. For the first time, I was inundated with sheep, which was a surprisingly wonderful experience, after my initial fear of them, and the absence of crowds of people, which was altogether a welcome sight. Having always live in big cities, I never imagined that tap water could taste so delicious and sweet. I love the tap water in the Faroe Islands. Visiting small hamlets perched on rocky plateaus hundreds of meters above the ocean made me oooh and ahhh, while imagining an idyllic life of meditation and contemplation in the surround sound of nature. Of course, I know that all comes with a steep price of isolation and perhaps loneliness, but while I was in the Faroe Islands, I couldn't imagine anything more alluring. Since then, the austere beauty of the Islands still flirt through my mind and reminds me that I must visit Iceland, Spitzbergen, northern Norway, the Shetlands, etc...
There was a book written by a Faroese author that I saw in one of the bookshops in Torshavn. Because I didn't want to add more weight to my carry-on luggage, which was already bursting with all my local purchases, I didn't get it, but I should have. It may have been called The Good Hope by William Heinesen, but I am not 100% certain. I thought it might be a good read about the Faroese life, something that I was intrigued about. If you haven't read it, it may be worthwhile to check out.
Written 3 June 2015
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