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Qaqortoq

South Greenland’s Historic Port

Qaqortoq is the largest town in South Greenland, featuring beautiful colonial buildings and Norse ruins nearby. The town is known for its art scene, including an outdoor stone sculpture project. Nearby, tourists can visit the Hvalsey Church ruins – a key Norse archaeological site. The town also serves as a gateway to hot springs, fjords, and sheep farms.

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