Flag Description

white with a red cross outlined in blue extending to the edges of the flag; the vertical part of the cross is shifted toward the hoist side in the style of the Dannebrog (Danish flag); referred to as Merkid, meaning "the banner" or "the mark," the flag resembles those of neighboring Iceland and Norway, and uses the same three colors - but in a different sequence; white represents the clear Faroese sky as well as the foam of the waves; red and blue are traditional Faroese colors

Background:The population of the Faroe Islands is largely descended from Viking settlers who arrived in the 9th century. The islands have been connected politically to Denmark since the 14th century. A high degree of self-government was granted the Faroese in 1948, who have autonomy over most internal affairs while Denmark is responsible for justice, defense, and foreign affairs. The Faroe Islands are not part of the European Union.

Total Area: 1,393 sq km

Land Area:1,393 sq km

Water Area:0 sq km (some lakes and streams)

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Coastline:1,117 km

Lowest Point:Atlantic Ocean 0 m

Highest Point:Slaettaratindur 882 m

Population:49,947 (July 2014 est.)

Population Growth Rate:0.49% (2014 est.)

Religion:Evangelical Lutheran 83.8%, other and unspecified 16.2% (2006 census)

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Independence Day:none (part of the Kingdom of Denmark; self-governing overseas administrative division of Denmark)

National Holiday:Olaifest (Olavsoka), 29 July

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