Lítla Dímun is a small, volcanic island located in the Norwegian Sea. Although it has long been well-known to sailors and travelers, it has only recently attracted great interest among . What does this charming piece of land hide?
Lítla Dímun. A natural wonder in the Norwegian Sea
The Faroe Islands have always been associated with vibrant greenery and sheep roaming in endless meadows. Lítla Dímun is the smallest island that makes up the fairy-tale archipelago. Its size is only 0.82 square kilometers and no people live there permanently. Its shape resembles a truncated cone, over which a thick white lenticular cloud hovers for most of the year..
Local legend has it that on an island, between the clouds, there is a mysterious city inhabited by happy people. The reality, however, is quite different, because its only residents are unique animals. All thanks to the high, spectacular cliffs surrounding the island.. There are only two ways to get there: the first is a strenuous climb over sharp rocks, and the second is a helicopter flight. In good weather, it can be seen from the nearby island of Suðuroy.
Litla Dimun, photo: Erik Christensen / Wikipedia Litla Dimun, Photo. Erik Christensen, CC BY-SA 3.0, www.commons.wikimedia.org
What can you find on Lítla Dímun? The fauna and flora are breathtaking
The picturesque island is a true wonder of nature in terms of nature. Steep cliffs, lush vegetation and wild flowers make the landscape inimitable. Due to the fact that there are no traces of human presence on it, it has become a habitat for seabirds nesting on the rocky shores. We can meet unique puffins and seagulls there.. However, these are not the only inhabitants of Lítla Dímun. In its territory you can find a large population of sheep, which was initiated by humans.. The island is a virgin place, so it is pleasing that it has retained its uniqueness, wildness and magic. If you’d like, please vote in our poll below.
Source: Gazeta
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