Slættanes

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Abandoned settlement in northern part of Vágar. It was founded by Hendrik Thomasen in 1835. Highest population of this village were around 130 people in 1945-50. After that it started to become smaller and smaller. Last inhabitant left it in 1964 or 1965. In 30s or 40s post office started it's work and it was closed after last person left Slættanes.
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Coordinates:   62°9'17"N   7°14'37"W
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