The flag of Norway (right) hangs proudly alongside the flag of the United Kingdom in St. Magnus ... [+] Cathedral, Kirkwall. Orkney was ruled as part of Norway until 1472. Then, due to the non ...

St Magnus Way, on Orkney Mainland, is dedicated to Magnus Erlendsson, Earl of Orkney — an influential trading and military ...

Arguably the best place to eat in town, the Kirkwall Hotel’s grand dining space offers equally grand feasts that sweep around the isles. Kick off with a hearty Kirkwall Bay chowder or fried Grimbister ...