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Shetland
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Shetland
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Located 200 km northeast of Scotland, this distinct archipelago offers stunning wild landscapes, rich wildlife (ponies, birds, seals, whales), and various historical remnants of its past.
Overview of Shetland
Located 200 km northeast of Scotland, this distinct archipelago offers stunning wild landscapes, rich wildlife (ponies, birds, seals, whales), and various historical remnants of its past.
Key facts
- Type of place: archipelago.
- Tourist interest: (must-see or highly recommended).
- Location:
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- Main islands: Mainland, Unst, Yell...
- Population: 23,210 inhabitants (2012).
- Area: 1,466 km².
- Highest point: Ronas Hill (450 m) on Mainland.
- Coastline:
- Website: http://www.shetland.org