Kirkwall

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Orkney is an archipelago off the north coast of Scotland, with more than 70 islands of which only 16 are permanently inhabited. Kirkwall, which is situated on the largest island called Mainland, is the biggest settlement and capital of the Orkney Islands. It is accessible from Aberdeen or several other locations either by ferry or by plane. 

The capital of the Orkney Islands, Kirkwall's harbor has always ensured it as a lively town and an excellent base for exploration.

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