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Delve into Akraberg in Faroe Islands
Akraberg in the region of Suðuroy is located in Faroe Islands - some 43 mi or ( 69 km ) South of Tórshavn , the country's capital .
Local time in Akraberg is now 02:22 PM (Friday) . The local timezone is named " Atlantic/Faroe " with a UTC offset of 0 hours. Depending on your mobility, these larger destinations might be interesting for you: Vagur, Tvoroyri, Tórshavn, Sjovartoftir, and Porkeri. While being here, you might want to check out Vagur . We discovered some clip posted online . Scroll down to see the most favourite one or select the video collection in the navigation. Are you curious about the possible sightseeing spots and facts in Akraberg ? We have collected some references on our attractions page.
Videos
Powershot sx10 test
Test shooting Canon Powershot SX10 IS. I think it is a great camera, tough low light focusing could be better, but it is possible to manualy focus :) ..
Beinisvørð - Faroe Islands
Some shots I took when I was up here. incredible views on a lovely summer day. Filmed cut produce. Jónsvein Nystrøm. Beinisvørð (Beinisvord) is a 470 meter high sea cliff in Suðuroy, Faroe Islands, th ..
Brim í Sumba
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Akrabergið - Faroe Islands
A nice trip on syðuroy filmed/produced - J.Nystrøm www.youtube.com ..
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Interesting facts about this location
Akraberg
Akraberg is the southern tip of Suðuroy, 5 km south from the village Sumba, Faroe Islands. The name Akraberg derives from akur (cereal field). Five kilometres south of Akraberg is the southernmost point of The Faroe Islands, a rock called Munkurin (The Monk), also called Sumbiarsteinur, which is one of a group of six rocks. This group of rocks are called Flesjarnar. The sound between Suðuroy and Munkurin is notorious for its strong current, it is called Røstin, the poet Poul F.
Located at 61.39 -6.68 (Lat./Long.); Less than 0 km away
Sumbiarhólmur
Sumbiarhólmur is an islet in the Faroe Islands, located just outside the village of Sumba, which is the southernmost village in the island Suðuroy. Sumbiarhólmur is the 6th largest islet of the Faroe Islands. It is 7 hectares. The North Atlantic Ocean is often quite rough near Sumbiarhólmur and around Flesjarnar further south. Boat accidents have happened in the area.
Located at 61.38 -6.72 (Lat./Long.); Less than 2 km away
Sumba, Faroe Islands
Sumba is the southernmost place of the Faroe Islands on the island of Suðuroy. It is located in the Sumbiar municipality. The municipality has 353 inhabitants (2012). 239 of these people are living in Sumba. The other villages in the Municipality of Sumba are: Lopra (88 inns. ), Akrar (26 inns. ), Víkarbyrgi (0 inns.). Sumba is known for several things, e.g. its beauty, for the high bird cliff Beinisvørð and the skills of the local people regarding Faroese chain dance.
Located at 61.41 -6.70 (Lat./Long.); Less than 3 km away
Sund, Faroe Islands
Sund is a small town in the Faroe Islands, located north of Tórshavn. In 2012, it had a population of only 3 people.
Located at 61.41 -6.70 (Lat./Long.); Less than 3 km away
Víkarbyrgi
Víkarbyrgi is a former village on the Faroese island of Suðuroy, Faroe Islands. It no longer has a population. It retains a postal code (FO 928) and is located at N 61° 26' 34 W 6° 43' 28. The etymology of its name is reputed to be connected with an early settlement of Irish monks who predated the arrival of the Vikings. The last inhabitants had left Víkarbyrgi by 2003.
Located at 61.44 -6.72 (Lat./Long.); Less than 6 km away
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