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The Faeroe Islands are a part of Denmark; but, the flag of Faeroe uses the Norwegian colors, as in the past it had been the part of Norway. The national flag of the Faeroe Islands is an offset red Scandinavian cross. The national flag of the Faeroe Islands is also known as Merki? which means "the banner" or "the mark". The background color of the flag of Faeroe Islands is white. The prevailing white color of the flag of Faeroe Islands symbolizes the pure sky as well as the foam of the waves near the islands. The red and blue colors of traditional Faroese headdress are reflected in the Faeroe flag.

Official Name: Faroe Islands

Capital: T€rshavn

Location: They are group of islands in Northern Europe, between the Norwegian Sea and the North Atlantic Ocean.

Area: 1399 sq. km.

Official Languages: Faroese, Danish

National Flag: The national flag of the Faeroe Islands is an offset red Scandinavian cross.

Flag Ratio: 8:11

National Anthem: T? alfagra land mÃtt