The Faroese flag, called Merkið (“the banner” or “the mark”), was designed in 1919 by Jens Oliver Lisberg and other Faroese students living in Copenhagen. Photo: FedevPhoto / istockphoto
Tinganes, one of the oldest parliament meeting places in the world. Currently used as exexcutive government buildings. Photo: @handluggageonly
Salmon farming. The fishing industry, which is distinctly diversified and constantly developing, has been the main source of income for the Faroe Islands since 1920. Photo: Ólavur Frederiksen
HISTORY, GOVERNANCE & ECONOMY OF THE FAROE ISLANDS