Rituskor, Cliffed coast in Hvalba, Faroe Islands
Rituskor is a cliffed coast on the western side of Suðuroy where vertical rock walls rise directly from the North Atlantic Ocean. The formation displays layered basalt with natural caves and crevices carved into the stone by centuries of wave action.
The rocks at Rituskor formed through volcanic activity that built the foundation of the Faroe Islands. Over millions of years, waves and weather have shaped the surface, carving deep notches into the cliff base.
The cliffs serve as a reference point for local fishing practices that have connected the Hvalba community to the sea for generations. Today, the sight of these walls remains part of how residents understand their relationship with the coastal landscape around them.
The best views are reached by boat tours departing from Hvalba harbor, available during periods of favorable sea conditions. Visitors should prepare for changeable weather and wear appropriate warm and waterproof clothing for any boat excursion.
The basalt layers at Rituskor contain numerous natural caves that serve as nesting sites for seabirds. From boats, visitors can watch birds raising their young within these cliff crevices throughout the breeding season.
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