Faroe Islands Population: 46,662 (July 2004 est.) Capital: Torshavn [ Select Another Country ]

An Introduction to Faroe Islands
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 attained in 1948.

The Faroese Flag 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).

Rankings of The Most Populous Countries in the World.

1. China   2. India   3. United States   4. Indonesia   5. Brazil   6. Russia   7. Pakistan   8. Bangladesh   9. Japan 10. Nigeria

11. Mexico 12. Germany 13. Philippines 14. Vietnam 15. Egypt 16. Turkey 17. Iran 18. Ethiopia 19. Thailand 20. United Kingdom

21. France 22. Italy 23. Congo 24. Ukraine 25. South Korea 26. South Africa 27. Burma 28. Colombia 29. Spain 30. Poland

Some interesting facts and figures about Faroe Islands. Pop Growth Rate / Year:     • 0.66% Avg. Life Expectancy:     • 75.6 yrs - Male     • 82.51 yrs - Female Phone Lines:     • 23,000 (2002) Televisions:     • 15,000 (1997) Radios:     • 26,000 (1997) Internet Code:     • .fo Did you know ... People from Faroe Islands are called Faroese