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The Faroe Islands are a group of 18 small islands located in the Norwegian Sea, in the North Atlantic Ocean, between Iceland, Norway, and Scotland. In 1814, the islands officially separated from Norway and have been part of Denmark ever since.
In the Faroe Islands, with up to 300 days of continuous rain each year, it might seem like an unsuitable summer destination for many tourists. However, locals disagree. With its narrow streets, fresh air, and friendly people, the Faroe Islands deserve to be considered one of Europe's top holiday destinations.
Brazilian geologist and photographer Henrique Murta had the opportunity to visit this beautiful land and capture a series of incredibly majestic photographs of the small islands of the Faroe Islands archipelago. The images he captured left him in disbelief, as the rocky mountains amidst the turquoise sea resembled mirages, creating a picturesque scene.
According to the photographer, the rock formations here possess a unique structure unlike anywhere else, with perfectly straight cuts.
"This place looks unreal, everything seems like an illusion. Everything, from the colors to the shapes of the rocky mountains, is arranged so perfectly."
"As a geologist and nature photographer, I am fascinated—and even obsessed—with natural monuments. When I set foot on this archipelago, I was truly overwhelmed by the cliffs and volcanoes uniquely arranged by nature, standing independently in the Atlantic Ocean," Henrique Murta shared.
Streymoy Island is known for its 1,600-foot-high cliffs and grass-covered buildings, including a church.
Sorvagsvatn Lake is located in the middle of Vagar Island.
Mulafossur waterfall is located on Vagar Island.
With what he captured, photographer Henrique Murta's series of photos of the Faroe Islands was also nominated and honored at the Drone Photo Awards 2020 - a photography competition using unmanned aerial vehicles.
Vagar Island is home to the only airport in the Faroe Islands.
The road on Kunoy Island is surrounded by six mountains over 800 meters high.
A view of Tindholmur Island - a filming location for Game of Thrones.
Furthermore, when visiting the Faroe Islands, tourists can admire the incredibly unique architecture created by the local people. The ancient houses with their lush green tiled roofs are a unique feature that cannot be overlooked when talking about the Faroe Islands. Along the winding roads, tourists have the opportunity to admire and take countless photos of these special houses. The style of these houses was built by the people of the Faroe Islands thousands of years ago to protect everything inside from the dampness of the rain. Through the years and the ups and downs of history, the houses with green grass roofs in the Faroe Islands have survived and become one of the symbols of the island.
