Do the Shetland Islands have their own flag?
The flag of Shetland is a white or silver Nordic cross on a blue background. The flag is widely used privately by Shetlanders both on land and sea and is now seen as a symbol of the Shetland identity.
Does Orkney have a flag?
The Flag of Orkney was the winner of a public flag consultation in February and March 2007. The flag symbolises the islands’ Scottish and Norwegian heritage. The blue is taken from the flag of Scotland and also represents the sea and the maritime heritage of the islands.
What is the difference between Orkney and Shetland?
Shetland consists of a group of 100 islands with approximately 900 miles of coastline and a population of around 23,000. The Orkney Islands are located six miles north of the Scottish mainland. There are about 70 islands within the Orkney archipelago, 17 of which are inhabited.
Can you see Norway from the Shetland Islands?
The islands lie about 80 km (50 mi) to the northeast of Orkney, 170 km (110 mi) from Scotland and 300 km (190 mi) west of Norway. They form part of the border between the Atlantic Ocean to the west and the North Sea to the east. The islands comprise the Shetland constituency of the Scottish Parliament.
Does Svalbard have a flag?
Svalbard does not currently use a distinct flag.
Does Greenland have a flag?
The Greenland flag was designed by Thue Christiansen and adopted on 21 June 1985. It is called Erfalasorput, which means “our flag”. The red colour is called Aappalaartoq (“red”) and is used both in the Greenland flag and the Danish flag (Dannebrog).
Is it worth going to Shetland Islands?
In short, the Shetlands has a lot to offer, and it’s often overlooked as a destination to visit as part of the UK. It has as much to offer as any holiday abroad and provides a different experience to the rest of the country. If you’re looking for off the beaten path, then Shetland is certainly it.
