LifestyleIsland with its cloud: Exploring the mystique of Lítla Dímun

Island with its cloud: Exploring the mystique of Lítla Dímun

It is, without a doubt, one of the most enigmatic and extraordinary islands in the world. Lítla Dímun is characterised by unusual meteorological conditions that continuously fascinate everyone—it has its own cloud.

Lítla Dímun and its private cloud
Lítla Dímun and its private cloud
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Ilona Raczyńska

18 July 2024 17:19

This small island, part of the Faroe Islands, draws attention from people all over the world. Its green slopes are almost always covered with a cloud roof, creating an extraordinarily charming view.

Many travellers, photographers, and tourists dream of seeing Lítla Dímun with their own eyes at least once.

Extraordinary island in the Norwegian Sea

Lítla Dímun is not only the smallest but also the only uninhabited island in the Faroe Islands archipelago. Its area is only 82 hectares (203 acres). Only sheep live there.

For many, it is enough of an attraction to sail to its shores or admire the fairy-tale view from neighbouring islands. However, there is no shortage of daredevils who want to get to the island. This, however, requires not only favourable weather conditions but also solid physical fitness. Its shores are cliffs, which are a challenge even for experienced climbers.

A city on the top?

The characteristic cloud hovering over Lítla Dímun effectively covers its top. When it's clear, you can see the island has a conical shape.

However, there is a legend that the top is hidden in the clouds and that between the clouds, there is a city of happy people.

Lenticular cloud not only over Lítla Dímun

Although impressive, the phenomenon over the island is a lenticular cloud, which often appears over mountain peaks.

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