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Vesturkirkjan (West Church)

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    1. Tinganes Historic District – Vesturkirkjan (West Church) loop from Tórshavn

    9.45km

    02:35

    140m

    140m

    Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    September 9, 2021

    Church from 1975, modeled after a sailing ship

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      June 2, 2025

      The West Church is a modern church building in the Faroese capital of Tórshavn. It belongs to the Lutheran Faroese People's Church. At 40.9 meters, it is also the tallest building in the country. The West Church was consecrated in 1975. Its architecture is considered to be particularly pure and simple. It rises above the city like a landmark, and its shape appears to be inspired by a ship with sails. The tower is shaped like a vertically bisected, pointed pyramid.

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