An archipelago of about 100 islands located about 80km northeast of the Orkney Islands, at the northern tip of Scotland in the UK. Mainland is the largest island, and a total of 20 islands, including Unst, Yell, and Fetlar, are inhabited. The area is mountainous, with little flat land, and many glacial lakes. The main livestock industries are sheep, cattle, and horses (Shetland ponies), and fishing is also thriving. It is also known for its hand-woven textiles. Formerly part of Norway, it was incorporated into Scotland in 1472. The main city is Lerwick. Area: 1,467 km2 . Population: 23,000 (2011). Source : Heibonsha Encyclopedia About MyPedia Information |
英国,スコットランド北端,オークニー諸島の北東約80kmに位置する約100島からなる諸島。メーンランドが最大の島で,ほかにアンスト,イエル,フェトラーなど合計20余島に人が住む。山がちで平地が少なく,氷河湖が多い。羊,牛,馬(シェトランド・ポニー)の牧畜が主で,漁業も盛ん。手織物でも知られる。もとノルウェー領であったが,1472年スコットランドに編入。中心都市ラーウィック。1467km2。2万3000人(2011)。
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