Shetland Islands
The Shetland Islands are the most northerly part of the United Kingdom, a group of islands 100 mi north of mainland Scotland. The largest town, Lerwick, is closer to Norway than to Edinburgh, and culturally and geographically they feel more Norse than Scottish.- Island
- …has about 23,200 residents
- …lies at an elevation of around 330 feet (100 metres)
- …has the IATA airport code SDZ
- Also known as“Shetland Isles”“Shetlands”“Zetland”
Places of Interest
Highlights include St Olaf’s Church.
St Olaf’s Church
St Olaf’s Church is a ruins, which is situated 2½ miles northwest of Shetland Islands.
Places in the Area
Nearby places include Neap and Aith.
Shetland Islands
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Latitude
60.32275° or 60° 19′ 22″ north
Longitude
-1.24104° or 1° 14′ 28″ west
Open location code
9CGW8QF5+3H
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In Other Languages
“Shetland Islands” goes by many names.
ShetlandsöarnaSwedish
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Localities in the Area
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Notable Places Nearby
Highlights include Hoo Kame and East Hill of Voe.
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