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Fairport (New York)

Right on New York's historic Erie Canal, Fairport today is what every old canalside village aspires to be, with its historic character, modern amenities, and friendly atmosphere.

A suburb of Rochester, the village of Fairport is the business and recreational center for an area including the village, the surrounding town of Perinton and the hamlet of Egypt.

The area has been inhabited by native Americans of the Seneca Nation since at least the 12th century. Europeans began settling as farmers here during the 18th century. The construction of the Erie Canal added modern forms of commerce in the 19th century.

Today, this village of 5,500 people (2020) is an "outer ring" suburb of Rochester. A wide range of commercial activity is present, including farms and wineries, education, restaurants and retail shops, entertainment and recreation, small to mid-sized factories, and office facilities for traditional and high-tech products and services.

Get in
The village is about 10 miles (16 km) from downtown Rochester, at the intersection of New York State Routes 250 (Main Street) and 31F (Church Street). Even so, the true center of the village—conceptually and practically—is at the canal where Main Street crosses on an historic lift bridge.

Boaters can reach the village via the Erie Canal and moor between the Main Street and Parker Street bridges. Find the latest information on docking procedures (especially overnight docking) at the village's website. Boaters can check availability of docking space here on the live webcam.

The nearest major airport is the Greater Rochester International Airport, about 15 miles (25 km) away.

Get around
Once you're in the village, many attractions are found within walking distance. Free parking is plentiful. Driving in upstate New York is usually stress-free. Drivers should note that villages like Fairport with dedicated police forces are heavily patrolled. Buses operated by the Rochester-Genesee Regional Transportation Authority are available. Some primary attractions, such as the Casa Larga winery, supermarkets and the Perinton recreation center are not within walking distance of the canal.

See
For live views of the area, see the Fairport Webcam and Weather site.

Do
The canal is of primary importance for tourism and recreation, attracting boaters and others from around the state.

The town is proud of its Crescent Trail hiking and cycling trail system, having been designated a Trail Town USA by the National Park Service.

Over the last decade or two, the summer festival scene around Rochester has grown to the point where there are multiple festivals practically every weekend from May to October, featuring arts and crafts, food, music, and anything else that can be celebrated with a festival. Fairport Canal Days usually takes place during the first weekend in June, and the Fairport Music and Food Festival takes place in late August.

The Casa Larga winery is just south of the village and is a well known player in the Finger Lakes wine industry.

Buy
There are retail centers north and south of the village, with an upscale shopping mall to the south, near Victor. The city of Rochester is the cultural and economic center of the region.

Eat
Fairport is a haven for independent restaurants. Chain restaurants can be found south of the village at Perinton Square, or you can venture farther afield, north to Penfield or south to Victor. But don't lightly bypass the many tasty options available in the village; while there's nothing really 'exotic' available, there's still a good variety.

Drink
Restaurants and bars are present along Liftbridge Lane on the north side of the canal, and in the Packetts Landing area on the south side. Nightclubs and restaurants can also be found on Main Street. Small grocery and other food stores are present in the village, especially in the Village Landing area. Larger stores are located south of the village near the intersection of New York State routes 250 and 31.

Sleep
There are hotels and motels in Perinton, but not within walking distance of the village of Fairport. A concentration of lodging facilities can be found a few miles from town near Exit 45 of the New York State Thruway (Interstate Route 90), and a few are found along Route 31 south of the village and north of the village along Route 250.

Cope

 * Perinton Historical Society

The village and town have over a dozen Christian churches of various denominations, as well as a Jewish congregation. The iconic village church with the tall steeple is the First Baptist Church (pictured).

Go next
Penfield is just to the north, with widely spaced retail strips and lots of residential areas; start at Lloyd's Corners, where Route 250 meets State Route 441. The other nearby canal communities are Bushnell's Basin and Pittsford to the west. Off the canal, East Rochester is to the northwest. The village of Victor is to the south with its upscale shopping mall; take Route 250 to State Route 96. For urban attractions and amenities, the city of Rochester is about nine miles away; take Route 31F west to Interstate 490.

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Fairview

There is more than one place called Fairview:

Canada

 * Fairview (Alberta) - a town in the Alberta, Canada

United States of America

 * Fairview (Alabama) - a town in the state of Alabama.
 * Fairview (California) - a town in the state of California.
 * Fairview (Georgia) - a town in the state of Georgia.
 * Fairview (Illinois) - a town in the state of Illinois.
 * Fairview (Kansas) - a town in the state of Kansas.
 * Fairview (Kentucky) - a town in the state of Kentucky.
 * Fairview (Michigan) - a town in the state of Michigan.
 * Fairview (Missouri) - a town in the state of Missouri.
 * Fairview (Montana) - a town in the state of Montana.
 * Fairview (New Jersey) - a town in the state of New Jersey.
 * Fairview (New York) - a town in the state of New York.
 * Fairview (North Carolina) - a town in the state of North Carolina.
 * Fairview (Ohio) - a town in the state of Ohio.
 * Fairview (Oklahoma) - a town in the state of Oklahoma.
 * Fairview (Oregon) - a town in the state of Oregon.
 * Fairview (Pennsylvania) - a town in the state of Pennsylvania.
 * Fairview (South Dakota) - a town in the state of South Dakota.
 * Fairview (Tennessee) - a town in the state of Tennessee.
 * Fairview (Texas) - a town in the state of Texas.
 * Fairview (Utah) - a town in the state of Utah.
 * Fairview (West Virginia) - a town in the state of West Virginia.
 * Fairview (Wyoming) - a town in the state of Wyoming.

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Fairview (Utah)

Fairview is in Central Utah. Founded in 1859. The town's high elevation provided a fair enough view of the valley to inspire the choice of name in 1864. The first settlers from Mt. Pleasant had named the site North Bend.

Fairview became the center of a wealthy agricultural district which in 1900 supported four general stores, one furniture store, one harness shop, two hotels, one butcher shop, a plaining mill, half a dozen steam sawmills, situated at different points in the mountains, good public schools and a great number of comfortable homes.

Get in
To get to Fairview from Salt Lake City or Provo, head south on I-15 and take Exit 258 (US 6) at Spanish Fork toward Price/Manti. Travel approximately 14.9 miles up Spanish Fork Canyon to the Highway 89 turnoff on the right. Then follow Highway 89 south approximately 29 miles to Fairview.

The drive from the mouth of Spanish Fork Canyon to Fairview is scenic and restful and begins with a new facility of 9 large wind turbines seemingly standing sentinel. Spanish Fork Canyon exhibits constant beauty through the changing seasons.

Near one of the highest elevations, just prior to the Highway 89 turnoff, is a turnout where travelers can see the site of a huge landslide that flooded the valley below, cutting off the railroad and destroying the town of Thistle. Shortly after the Highway 89 turn-off is another flood lookout area off the highway.

The remainder of the drive to Fairview is through serene, rolling countryside, dotted with ranchettes, cabins, sheep, horses and cattle.

The Highway 89 Mormon Pioneer Heritage Area also begins in Fairview and follows Highway 89 South.

To get to Fairview from the South, take I-70 Exit 56 at Salina and follow Highway 89 North through the many picturesque Mormon-settled towns along the road.

See
The Fairview Museum of History and Art, 85 North 100 East, Phone: 435-427-9216. May-Oct, M-Sa 1PM-6PM; Su 1:30PM-6PM.

Several floors of the historic school at the Fairview Museum site house fascinating artifacts and displays portraying local history and color. This building alone is worth a visit but, perhaps, even more surprising for this small town is the world-class art and life-size Mammoth exhibitions in the newer building just to the South of the school.

On August 8, 1988 one of the most complete and well-preserved specimens of a Columbian Mammoth ever discovered was uncovered during the construction at Huntington Reservoir in Central Utah.

Utah State Paleontologist David Gillette was called in by the United States Forest Service (on whose land the specimen was located) to oversee collection efforts. Many of the things learned by Utah paleontologists over the past years have generated international interest in the "Huntington Mammoth."

Besides being remarkably well preserved, other factors are adding scientific significance to the discovery. These are the bones of an animal that lived a relatively short 10,000 years ago and died at an unusually high elevation of 9600' (Mammoths have always been regarded as lowland grazers). The skeletal remains of this animal were preserved in a peat bog where he died some 10,000 years ago. The bones were not fossilized and were so well preserved that scientific testing has accurately fixed the date of the animal's demise.

Amino acids and DNA have also been identified and it has been determined that the animal was 65 years old when he died. He had suffered from arthritis, as evidence by obvious deformities present on the bones and must have been in pain when he moved about. Material found in the rib cage indicated that the animal's last meal included pine trees. Perhaps of greatest interest to the public at large was the discovery of projectile points with the bones indicating possible interaction between humans and the animal. Hundreds of people visited the discovery site during the summer of 1988. The Forest Service, wishing to capitalize on both public interest and the educational value of the find, asked several institutions to submit proposals for the specimen.

Based partially on its past experience with molding and casting fossils and partially on its intention to do a great majority of this work within public view, the Utah Museum of Natural History was selected to receive the mammoth for mold-making. Numerous replicas cast from the original bones have been made. Two specimens were shipped to Japan and additional casts have been sent to other places in the United States.

In 1995 the mammoth bones were retired to an environmentally controlled facility on the College of Eastern Utah campus. Because the real bones were not fossilized and were wet when they were found, they must be placed in a humidified room and kept at a constant temperature to avoid decay. Tours of this room may be available by special arrangements during the summer months by calling the CEU Prehistoric Museum in Price, Utah.

The Fairview Museum of History and Art in Fairview, Utah, is home to a life-sized replica created from the original bones. This replica is visible from outdoors through the massive east window of the museum.

The South building is handicapped accessible with an extensive gift shop and public restrooms. Enter the South building first and begin your tour with one of the well-versed volunteer docents there.

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Faisalabad

Faisalabad (Urdu: فيصل آباد), formerly known as Lyallpur, is the third largest city in Pakistan and second largest city in the Province of Punjab.

By plane
There are international flights to Faisalabad from most major cities in Pakistan as well as regional hubs.

By bus
Faisalabad is connected with Islamabad (the national capital), Lahore (the provincial capital) and other big cities by motorway and National Highway. You can easily catch a comfortable bus from these cities for Faisalabad, like Daewoo Express, Khan brothers, Nadir coach, Ravi Express, Kohistan, Niazi Express, New Subhan, Hilal Travels and New Khan etc...

By train
Faisalabad is connected with all big cities of the country by rail. The most comfortable and affordable trains connects Faisalabad with Lahore and Karachi.

While in the city, you can hire a local cab or an auto rickshaw. There is a franchised bus service called "METRO"; it is also operated within the city. However, auto rickshaws stay out to be the favorite means of travel.

By rickshaw
Rickshaws are the most widely used and economical means of quick travel around the city.

By taxi
Some taxis are available at airport.

There are buses and rented cars.

See

 * Gatwala Park - is situated on the Faisalabad-Shekhupura Road. It is a common picnic spot for schools and occasionally families.
 * D ground - is the second most important market after Ghanta Gghar. This is also the busiest area in the evening. Here local people usually come out in the evening just for an outing, or for shopping. You will also find a lot of restaurants here.
 * Jinnah Garden - is also a beautiful park in the city commonly known as "Company Bagh". The tomb of H.E. Sir Charles James Lyall, is situated here. He was the founder of this city and the city was first named Lyallpur in his honor.
 * Am Tex Waterfall - at Am Tex Squire, AbdullahPur.
 * Canal Park - at the west bank of Rakh Branch Canal. It is also a good outing place for families.
 * The Chenab_Club - The majestic Chenab Club standing in the shades of trees and complemented by vast lush green lawns, is located in the beautiful surroundings of "Jinnah Garden". The club is in the heart of the city, just a short walk from Railway Station and within walking distance of Clock Tower.
 * Gatwala park - It is a wild life & forest park located almost 10-15 km away grom central city.
 * Iqbal stadium - It is a cricket stadium there are amusement parks like sindabad and funnland and a lot of shopes.
 * The Chenab_Club - The majestic Chenab Club standing in the shades of trees and complemented by vast lush green lawns, is located in the beautiful surroundings of "Jinnah Garden". The club is in the heart of the city, just a short walk from Railway Station and within walking distance of Clock Tower.
 * Gatwala park - It is a wild life & forest park located almost 10-15 km away grom central city.
 * Iqbal stadium - It is a cricket stadium there are amusement parks like sindabad and funnland and a lot of shopes.

Buy
The main commercial area with shopping venues is centered in the D-Ground area.

 * Clothing - Faisalabad is famous for its cloth and cloth related items throughout the world. It is the best market to buy home furnishings (bedsheets, curtains, towels etc.), personal clothing, and hosiery wear. Asia's largest cloth market (Arshed cloth market) is there.
 * Imtiaz Super Market (Misaq ul Mall), Sheikhupura - Faisalabad Rd, near Ashrafabad, largest mall in Faisalabad.
 * Hassan shopping area, Ripple Road.
 * Al Fatah Department Store, Center Point, Plaza Jaranwala Rd, Kohinoor City.
 * Lyallpur Galleria, E Canal Rd, Saeed Colony Nasar Ullah Khan Town.
 * The Grand Atrium Shopping Mall Faisalabad, West Canal Road، Canal Rd, Near Mansoorabad. Has Fun City arcade.
 * Metro Cash And Carry - Shopping point near Interchange Faisalabad.

Local specialities

 * Samosa - the samosas of Faisalabad are the best in Pakistan. A chock is dedicated to them, named Samosa chock. These samosas are different from any others because here you can get the chatani variety. The famous name Chacha Samosay Wala is also in the D - Ground Market. The best samosas are found at the corner shop of bawanabazar-gol.
 * Tea - One of the most famous tea spots in Faisalabad is located in Madan Pura. Sweet rusks make a nice accompaniment.
 * Dahi Bhale - these are delicious. The best Dahi Bhale is being prepared by a Thele Wala at Jinnah Coloney, near Chatri Wala Ground. Also sarwar k dahi bhally nisar colony Samnabad
 * Gol Gappe - these are really tasty. They are made with flour into a ball shape, and they are filled with black grams, onions, potatoes and other supplements. The most famous is a person who sells gole gappe on tehla in the start of the AminPur bazaar. A sour drink called "khatta" is served with them. A number of gol gappay carts can be found, lined outside Cricket Stadium. Their dahi bhala fillings and dippings are unique and not worth missing.
 * Biryani & Pulao - Biryani & pulao (special cooked rice) are also very popular. Jehangir's Murgh Pulao is the most popular in the country. It was first started by Mr Fatah about 60 years ago on the name of his brother Mr Jehangir, Tabish biryani.
 * Dal Chawal - No city can boast better Dal Chawal than Faisalabad. Its one of the favourite foods of locals, popular outlets are near Ghanta Ghar like Chamma Dal Chawal and Munna Dal Chawal.
 * Parathay - The ghanta ghar parathas are famous, and a large crowd comes to attend all night long. They come in different fillings as potatoes, mixed vegetable, chicken etc.

Drink
Bangali Milk Shop at Clock Tower chowk is the famous one for Lassi.
 * Rabri - this is the most favourite drink of the people of Faisalabad. It is made by mixing peanuts, almonds & many other dry fruits in milk and is delicious.
 * Sugar cane rusk - also delicious.
 * Limo pani - very tasty. It is made up with lemon juice and water.
 * Lassi - Lassi is the traditional Punjabi drink. Lassi is available in all parts of the city easily.  It is made using yogurt. The price of one glass or a Piala of Lassi is about Rs.20

 * Nirala sweets also very famous in the city.

Stay safe
In the case of an emergency, call police by 15 from any landline phone. If you are using a cellphone, dial 911 for police rescue.

 * Ambulance Access To get an ambulance in case of an emergency, dial 115 from any landline or cellphone.
 * Emergency rescue: dial 1122. The name of the emergency service is "Rescue 1122".

Go next

 * Khurrianwala
 * Samundri

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Faizabad (disambiguation)

There's more than one place called Faizabad:

Afghanistan

 * Faizabad (Afghanistan) - a city in Northeast Afghanistan

India

 * Faizabad - a city in Uttar Pradesh, in the Plains (India) region

Tajikistan

 * Faizabad (Tajikistan) - a city also known as Faizobod

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Fajardo

Fajardo is in the Eastern Coast region of Puerto Rico.

Understand
Known as "the city that guards the sun of the Caribbean" (La Metrópolis del Sol Naciente), Fajardo is on the east coast of Puerto Rico, north of Ceiba and east of Luquillo.

One of the main attractions is the Bio-Luminescent Bay. A 1.5 hour tour, you will kayak in through a Mangrove forest at night to the bay, where luminescent plankton glow bright blue every time the water is disturbed. Most tours cost $45, and combo packages with tours of El Yunque Rainforest are available and quite a good full-day trip.

By Car
Depending on traffic, it's about a 45 minute drive from the airport in San Juan to get to Fajardo.

By Public Transport
El Conquistador Resort runs a bus to and from Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport for $74.00 per adult and $54.00 per child 12 years old and under, roundtrip.

By Air
M&N Aviation operates charter flights throughout the Caribbean, to Ceiba's airport. José Aponte de la Torre also has multiple operations to Vieques and Culebra. Fajardo's airport is closed.

See

 * Faro de Fajardo, Route 987, 860-2560. Featuring a nature center and working 19th century lighthouse.
 * Las Cabezas de San Juan State Park, 722-5882, 860-2560, fax 722-5872. Trails and boardwalks traversing mangrove forests, rocky coast, and dry forest.
 * Las Cabezas de San Juan State Park, 722-5882, 860-2560, fax 722-5872. Trails and boardwalks traversing mangrove forests, rocky coast, and dry forest.

Tours to bioluminescent bay
Quite a number of companies offer kayaking tours. Using a kayak is the only way to enter some hard-to-access places, such as the tunnels and channels of the mangroves. You can enjoy a spectacular ecological reserve surrounded by mangroves, coral reefs and most importantly, a breathtaking bay that will make you sparkle with every paddle.

Snorkeling is also popular locally. It is a great sport that does not require expensive equipment. Visiting the local beaches is an excellent way to see some underwater sights.

Eat

 * A La Banda Waterfront Restaurant, Puerto del Ray Marina, Hwy 3, 860-9162. Seafood. Open daily for lunch and dinner.
 * El Varadero Seaside Grill, Marina Puerto Chico, PR Road 987, 787-860-2662. Seafood, Waterfront, Puerto Rican Cuisine.
 * Ole Le Lo Lai, Tapas Spanish & Puerto Rican Fusion Cuisine, PR Road 987. Ocean View
 * Fontanella, Route 987, 860-4260. Italian.
 * Rosa's Seafood, 536 Tablado, Puerto Real, +1 787-863-0213.
 * Bally Hoo Bar & Grill. American.
 * Blossoms. Chinese and Japanese.
 * Las Brisas Terrace, 863-6565. American breakfast.
 * Cantina de las Olas. Mexican.
 * Ciao Mediterranean Cafe.
 * Isabella's Grill. Seafood and steak.
 * Sting Ray Cafe. International.
 * Otello's. Italian.
 * Sting Ray Cafe. International.
 * Otello's. Italian.

Drink

 * Alcoholic beverages are available in most places, in and around Fajardo.

Sleep

 * Anchor's Inn, Route 987, +1 787-863-7200, +1 787-860-6934, fax +1 787-863-1596. Quaint 13 room inn located on a bluff. $55 - $65 per night.
 * Coqui Villa, +1 787-889-2098. 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom casita with full kitchen. $750 - $800 per week.
 * Anchor's Inn, Route 987, +1 787-863-7200, +1 787-860-6934, fax +1 787-863-1596. Quaint 13 room inn located on a bluff. $55 - $65 per night.
 * Coqui Villa, +1 787-889-2098. 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom casita with full kitchen. $750 - $800 per week.

Go next

 * Coqui Water Park- El Conquistador Water Park
 * Culebra - Take the ferry and in less than an hour you will be in the small island of Culebra. Culebra was an island once used by the US Navy for military training and you can still see abandoned tanks and bombs in the beaches. Culebra is famous for having the best beach in the Caribbean, Playa Flamenco, called Puerto Rico's best attraction by the Travel Channel.
 * Vieques - Take the ferry from Fajardo to the island of Vieques

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Fakarava

Fakarava is in French Polynesia.

Get in
There are only a few flights in on certain days of the week. You will connect through Rangiroa or Manihi. See Air Tahiti for specific flights.

See
As Fakarava has only 855 inhabitants (and it seems like less), solitude is the key word here. Although the atoll might seem like a desert at first, plunge your head underwater or watch the coconut crabs crawl around, and think again!

Diving
As Fakarava is a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and whether you snorkel or scuba dive, you will see innumerable wonders including: Camouflage Grouper (Epinephelus polyphekadion), Spotted Eagle Ray (Aetobis narinari), Blacktip Reef Shark (Carcharhinus melanopterus), Gray Reef Shark (Carcharhinus amblyrhynchos), Titan Triggerfish (Balistoides viridescens), Humphead Wrasse (Cheilinus undulatus), known locally as the 'Napoléon fish'. The southern pass of Fakarava claims to have the largest concentration of Gray Reef Sharks in the world and hundreds can be seen at one time.

There are a few dive shops available of which: Top Dive (in the north and south of Fakarava) and Tetamanu Diving Center by Eleuthera (in the south) both of which are professional and extremely knowledgeable.

Eat
You will be limited in choices to where you stay because there are few people on the island.

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Falaise

Falaise is a town (population 9,000) on the Ante River in the French region of Lower Normandy, south of the regional center Caen. It is famous as the birthplace of William the Conqueror and as the scene of remarkably fierce fighting in August 1944 during the Battle of Normandy, after the D-Day landings on the coast north of Caen.

Understand
In August 1944, two German armies were encircled in the area west of Falaise and mostly destroyed by the Allies, though they fought hard to escape via the Falaise gap to the east. Some 10,000 German troops were killed and 50,000 taken prisoner. Two-thirds of Falaise was destroyed by Allied bombing before the town was eventually taken by Canadian and Polish troops. Falaise was largely restored after the war.

By road
From Paris, Falaise is a 262 km (3 h) drive west of the French capital by the A13, then south from Caen.

Located in the southern reaches of Normandy, Falaise represents half a day's excursion from the other major towns of Normandy:

 * from Caen: 40 km (30 min)
 * from Bayeux: 69 km (1 h)
 * from Cherbourg: 159 km (2 h)
 * from Rouen: 156 km (2 h)

Go next
Having visited Falaise, you might like an excursion to other places that were important in the life of William the Conqueror. Caen and Bayeux lie less than 1 h to the north of the city.

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Falcarragh

Falcarragh (An Fál Carrach) is in County Donegal, the largest of a straggle of villages along the coast road, with a population of 764 in 2016. This is a Gaeltacht area where 70% speak Irish and 34% have it as their main language.

Dunfanaghy (Dún Fionnachaidh) only has a population of 298 but has more tourist facilities, as its beaches are better sheltered.

The TIC is An tSean Bheairic in the former police barracks in Falcarragh. It's also a cafe and community centre, with a small local history display. It's open M-F 10:00-17:00, Sa 10:00-16:00.

Get in
For intercity routes see Letterkenny. By road follow N56 north and either cut off at Termon for the scenic route through Glenveagh (R255, R251 then R256), or stay on the main road to hug the coast via Creeslough and Dunfanaghy. Consider re-fuelling before you leave Letterkenny.

Mangan Tours run 2 or 3 times M-Sa from Letterkenny via Kilmacrennan, Termon, Creeslough, Dunfanaghy, (1 hour) and Gortahork to Meenlaragh /, to connect with the Tory Island ferry. These buses don't use Letterkenny bus station, but start from the fish & chips shop at the roundabout outside.

Local Link Bus 966 runs once in the morning M-F from Falcarragh via Meenlaragh / Magheroarty, Derrybeg, Bunbeg (for Gola Island ferry), Crolly and Loughanure to Dungloe (1 hour), heading back at 14:00. Dungloe also has buses from Letterkenny to Burtonport for the Arranmore ferry.

Get around
You need wheels for this scattered area. A bike would do, but the on-shore breeze will always contrive to be in your face.

See

 * Cloughaneely Stone, mounted on a plinth near the golf course, is in legend the place where - och, just invent your own story, it'll surely be as good, and you need the practice for the Donegal art of story-weaving. Only thing is, don't be confusing it with the racehorse of the same name, foaled 1 Jan 2019 from Alhebayeb x Marju Lass.
 * is a medieval ruin 2.5 km east of Falcarragh. Four 7th century abbotts of Iona got their career start here. The High Cross is 8th century: it was broken in a storm circa 1750 but repaired in the 1970s. Cromwell in the previous century wrecked the church then, unsated, massacred the congregation.
 * is a medieval ruin 2.5 km east of Falcarragh. Four 7th century abbotts of Iona got their career start here. The High Cross is 8th century: it was broken in a storm circa 1750 but repaired in the 1970s. Cromwell in the previous century wrecked the church then, unsated, massacred the congregation.
 * (Dún Fionnachaidh) is a village on the coast of Sheephaven Bay. Clondehorky Old Church, now ruined, is 17th century. The Workhouse (daily 10:00-17:00) depicts village life, or loss of it, during the Great Famine. There are several water sports shacks: Killahoey Beach is just east, Portnablagh and Marble Hill Strand further east and sheltered, and Tramore west facing the open Atlantic. New Lake west side of the village was created early 20th century when the sand dunes were destabilised and blocked the river outflow, so the salt marsh turned into a freshwater lake. It's a nature reserve for birds. Sessiagh Lough east side of Dunfanaghy has a crannog islet.
 * (Corrán Binne) north of Dunfanaghy ends in 180 m high cliffs. One lookout tower is Napoleonic era, the other is from World War II. MacSwyne's Gun on the west side is a blow hole.
 * is east of Creeslough, and by no means to be confused with the one in Northern Ireland. There's a forest park, and Binngorm Point at the tip. Ards Friary is now in the spiritual retreat business.
 * (Droichead na nDeor) was the traditional place of leave-taking on the road to Derry, nowadays R256. As emigrants trudged towards the port, their kinfolk accompanied them this far, knowing they were unlikely ever to see each other again.
 * is one of several islands with that name, and not to be confused with Inishbofin Island off County Galway. It has a few holiday cottages but no ferry or visitor facilities. North of it lie Inis Dúiche and Inis Beag, uninhabited and just used for grazing. In 1933 the new owner of Glenveagh estate disappeared from Inishbofin: this was Arthur Kingsley Porter of Harvard, a dashing Indiana Jones-like archaeologist. Wild theories sprang up but, considering the bad weather he was out in, he was almost certainly drowned.
 * is seen out to sea beyond Inishbofin, all cliffs and sunset haze. Yes, the name does indicate the political Tories, it's from the old Irish word for "outlaw". It's inhabited, see above for ferries.
 * is seen out to sea beyond Inishbofin, all cliffs and sunset haze. Yes, the name does indicate the political Tories, it's from the old Irish word for "outlaw". It's inhabited, see above for ferries.

Do

 * . . . arrived at a place called Falcarrow in your Lordship’s See (about five miles distant from Dunfanaghy) where I then, pursuant to advertisement, proposed holding the Court as I twice before had, but was immediately on my arrival surrounded by upwards of 150 to 300 men who had assembled merely for the purpose of preventing me from holding any Court and threatened my life if I would. Their measures I was obliged to comply with. - this 1822 visitor was not a landlord's agent, but the Protestant bishop's steward collecting church tithes

 * What's on? The ÚLL is the local online newsletter.
 * Tramore is the long, long sandy beach. The name means "big beach" so it's a very common placename (such as Tramore in Waterford, the opposite end of the country). There are several access points but no road, so it will involve a tramp through the sandhills. It's exposed to the Atlantic with strong currents, so bathing is not recommended - head for sheltered beaches such as Killahoey or Marble Strand by Dunfanaghy.
 * Marblehill Holiday Parks offer kayaking and similar activities. Their caravan site is just for long-term static lets and doesn't accept tourers or campers.
 * Fishing on the Tullaghobegley and Ray Rivers is catch and release, and you need a permit. No permit is needed for sea-angling from shore or boat.
 * The Wild Atlantic Way is a coastal itinerary covering over 2500 km (1550 miles) from Malin Head on the Inishowen Peninsula to Kinsale in County Cork. The local section is signposted and self-evident, follow N56 to Gortahork then R257 round the coast to rejoin the main road near Bunbeg.
 * Earagail Arts Festival is held in July at various venues across the northwest of the county. The next event is 9-24 July 2022.
 * Earagail Arts Festival is held in July at various venues across the northwest of the county. The next event is 9-24 July 2022.

Buy

 * Gortahork Centra is by the filling station, open M-Sa 08:00-21:00, Su 08:00-20:00.
 * Falcarragh Centra is open M-Th 08:00-20:00, F Sa 08:00-21:00, Su 08:00-19:00. There's an ATM outside the Bank of Ireland.
 * Dunfanaghy Centra is open daily 08:00-21:00.

Eat

 * Gortahork has Taj takeaway, open daily 16:00-00:00.
 * Calfarragh has Batch Coffee House and shop open F-W 08:30-18:00, Th 08:30-23:30.
 * Dunfanaghy has The Rusty Oven pizzeria and Cafe Arnou.

Drink

 * Magheroarty (in case you get stuck with the ferry) has Coll's Bar and Teach Dixon, both serving food.
 * Gortahork has Teach Bhillie open daily 11:00-23:00.
 * Falcarragh has Gweedore Bar, Shamrock Lodge and The Loft Bar.
 * Dunfanaghy has Patsy Dan's, Molly's and The Oyster Bar.

Sleep

 * Arasain Bhalor is a letting agency on Falcarragh Main Street.

Connect
As of Aug 2021, Falcarragh and Dunfanaghy have a mobile signal from Three, and if you're lucky from Vodafone, but no coverage by Eir. 5G has not reached this area.

Go next

 * South along the coast takes you through Gweedore to Dungloe, and eventually to Donegal Town.
 * East along the coast, R245 branches off at Creeslough to the Fanad Peninsula.
 * Further southeast is Letterkenny, and beyond is Derry in Northern Ireland.

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Falcon Lake

Falcon Lake is a hamlet of about 270 people in Whiteshell Provincial Park in Eastern Manitoba.

Understand
Falcon Lake is named for Métis poet and songwriter Pierre Falcon (1793-1876).

It is known in ufology for the May 20, 1967 UFO sighting known as the "Falcon Lake Incident".

Get in
The lake is about 152 km east of Winnipeg on the Provincial Trunk Highway 1 (Trans-Canada Highway) near the Ontario border. In Ontario the highway is named Highway 17.

Do
Falcon Lake is an outdoor paradise whether your interests are backcountry hiking, fishing, boating, golf, or enjoying a beautiful sunset over the water.

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Falera

Falera is a mountain village in the Surselva region of Switzerland. It is in the canton of Graubunden.

By public transport
Falera can be accessed from Chur via Laax. The trip to Laax takes between 40 minutes and 1 hour, depending on whether it is a direct bus or not. There are 1-3 trips an hour depending on the season and the time of the day. The bus goes via Flims. From there the bus to Falera leaves once an hour (more often during the main season) and takes 7 minutes. Alternatively, there is also an hourly bus from Illanz via Laax which takes around 30 minutes. Buses from Chur are timed to allow changing on the bus to Falera in Laax.

By car
To access Falera by car, look out for the sign towards Falera, when driving through Laax. From there it's a short drive.

Get around
A shuttle bus operated by the Alpenarena runs around Falera in the winter. In the summer it is possible to walk about easier as there is no ice. The town itself is car-free, which means that you will have to leave your car at the entrance of the village, unless you have a special permission.

See
The views of course are the other thing to be seen in Falera. The village sits on a lip of high land overlooking the Surselva with spectacular views both up and down the valley. To the southwest sits the impressive Piz Terri at 3149 meters the highest mountain in the immediate area.

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Faliraki

Faliraki is the site of one of the most beautiful beaches in Rhodes and is a great choice for anyone who wants a sun and sand holiday complete with lots of bright lights and action.

The resort centre is as buzzing as the beach at night, the place gives you every opportunity to dance and party with a wealth of pubs, discos, music-bars and clubs.

Kalithea has a hilly backdrop with a cove offering a range of watersports, but if you are looking for a good stretch of beach you will find some 3 km away.

A nearby water park also makes for a great day out.

There are a few bars and restaurants, however most head for Faliraki for more lively action.

By taxi
It takes 15 min from Rhodes Ferry terminal to Faliraki center, the price is around €20.

By bus
The bus is €2 per person but it takes 35 min and also you have to walk a few minutes to the bus stop.

By car
Rent a car €15-55 per day depending on time of year,

By motorbike
Rent a moto for €25-35 per day.

Eat
There are a large number of restaurants in Faliraki to suit every taste. The vast majority of these restaurants are located on the main Rhodes-Lindos highway where it passes through the centre of Faliraki. Ermou Street (known as Bar Street) and Pigon Kallitheas Avenue (known as Club Street) also have a large number of food outlets that double up as bars at night.

The cuisine served at most takeaways and restaurants caters mainly for the tastes of tourists, however it is possible to find some local cuisine in some of the family run tavernas. A good example is Manolis Taverna, located close to the junction of Bar Street and Club Street.

Drink
Nightlife in Faliraki tends to begin at around 22:00. Ermou Street, which is one of the main streets in Faliraki, is the focal point for pubs and bars. Tourists and bar owners call this area Bar Street. The quality of drinks served in the bars can vary between bars. Bar staff will often give special offers in order to attract customers into the bar, including free shots, cocktails and drinks included with entry/cover charge. The quality and quantity of alcoholic drinks is not always consistent.

A typical price for bottled beer is €2-3. In the more expensive establishments, drinks may be €4-5.

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Falkenberg

Falkenberg is a town and municipality of 28,000 people (2019) in Halland on Sweden's west coast. Falkenberg is a popular tourist destination in the summers, and the main beach of the town is Skrea strand.

By plane
Suitable airports are Landvetter and Gothenburg City airports (connection by the airport bus to Gothenburg and then train), Halmstad airport (connection by local bus and train) and Copenhagen airport (2½-hour travel time by direct train).

By train
Travel from Gothenburg, Malmö and Copenhagen and other coast cities is by the Öresundståg trains. Tickets for Öresundståg train can be bought with credit card in machines at the station. They are not sold on board, must be prebought.

The train station is in a suburb, and a local bus connection or a 2-km walk is needed.

By car
The European road E6/E20 passes through Falkenberg, and is suitable from Malmö, Copenhagen, Gothenburg etc. From Stockholm you could drive roads E4, 40, 26 and finally road 150.

Get around
The city centre is easily accessible by foot. Other options are bicycle and car. There is a bus network run by Hallandstrafiken.

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Falkensee

Falkensee is in Brandenburg state.

Get around
Trains to Berlin center leave several times within an hour from Falkensee Bahnhof.(time of travel: approx. 15 - 25 min)

Go next

 * Hennigsdorf - 12km
 * Potsdam - 18km
 * Berlin - 21km

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Falkirk

Falkirk is a town in the central belt of Scotland, traditionally in Stirlingshire but since 1996 a unitary authority, effectively a metropolis. It's industrial and in 2020 had a population of 35,590. It stands on the canal route between Glasgow and Edinburgh, and its star attraction is the Falkirk Wheel, the ingenious device that lifts boats between two canals.

Understand
Falkirk's name comes from "faw-kirk" which means "multi-coloured church" but that medieval building has been lost.

The straight-line route between Edinburgh and Glasgow passes ten miles south of Falkirk, over the hills around Shotts. These are no barrier to modern vehicles so the A8 and later the M8 went that way, but you wouldn't want to struggle over them with a horse and cart. The traditional route was therefore an arc through Linlithgow and Falkirk, leaving the Forth via the Carron valley then descending the Kelvin valley via Kilsyth and Kirkintilloch to the Clyde. The road to the central Highlands also branched off at Falkirk, for Stirling, Perth and beyond. These routes have existed since prehistory, with the earliest surviving structure being the 2nd-century Antonine Wall. Traders, pilgrims, armies and cattle drovers all came this way, and later so did the canal and the railways.

Falkirk grew from the 18th century when the canal made it easier to shift heavy goods, iron ore was mined locally, and coal could be made into coke to blast the ore into steel. The Carron Iron Works two miles north of town was renowned for its armaments: the "carronade" was a stubby light cannon for naval battles at close quarters. There was also the world's first oil industry a few miles east, extracting paraffin oil from shale, creating a huddle of orange spoil heaps. Also made in Falkirk are Britain's distinctive red postboxes and telephone boxes, and Dennis trucks and buses.

Traditional heavy industry waned in the 20th century but Falkirk became involved with petrochemicals: oil and gas is refined at nearby Grangemouth. Light industry and the service sector developed, and the town as centre of a metropolis has council and similar public jobs. It's also within easy commuting distance of Edinburgh and Glasgow.

By plane
Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is 19 miles east. Take the tram to Haymarket then train towards Glasgow Queen Street for Falkirk.

Glasgow Airport (GLA) is 34 miles west, far side of that city. Take the airport bus to Buchanan station then the train from Queen Street towards Edinburgh for Falkirk.

By train

 * is south edge of town but has the fastest service. Hourly trains from Edinburgh take 30 min via Haymarket, Linlithgow and Polmont, and continue west to Croy and Glasgow Queen Street, another 25 min.

 * is more central, but is on a slower loop of the Edinburgh-Glasgow line. Westbound from Edinburgh these trains run hourly via Haymarket, Edinburgh Park, Linlithgow, Polmont, Falkirk Grahamston, Camelon, Cumbernauld, Greenfauld, Gartcosh, Stepps, Robroyston, Springburn and Glasgow Queen Street. Trains also run hourly from Edinburgh via Grahamston to Camelon, Larbert, Stirling and Dunblane.

To either Falkirk station, a return from Edinburgh is about £10 and from Glasgow is £17. The minor station of Camelon might be more convenient for the west edge of town.

By road
From Edinburgh follow M9, from Glasgow follow M80 onto M876. Cyclists can follow the canal towpath.

By bus
Buses to Falkirk are operated by First. There isn't a bus station but they mostly stop along Vicar St in town centre, ADSA a block west, and the Community Hospital half a mile southwest.

Bus X37 runs hourly from Glasgow Buchanan Station via Cumbernauld, taking 70 min to Falkirk.

Bus X38 runs from Edinburgh every 30 min via Kirkliston, Linlithgow and Polmont, taking 1 hr 45 min.

Bus 38 runs every 20 min from Stirling via Bannockburn, and Bus 16 hourly via Airth, both taking 50 min.

Bus 3 / 4 runs from Grangemouth every 10 min, and Bus 2 runs from Bo'ness via Grangemouth every 30 min.

By boat
The Forth and Clyde Canal and the Union Canal meet at Falkirk Wheel and have good towpaths. The Union Canal is navigable to Edinburgh: there are two locks just above the Wheel but thereafter it winds along the contours. The Forth and Clyde is also navigable down the short descent to the Forth estuary at Grangemouth, and up over the ridge to the River Kelvin and down towards Glasgow. However it has locks and low bridges which require prior notice for opening; kayaks can easily portage.

Nearby Grangemouth docks are busy with freight and tanker vessels but have no passenger sailings.

Get around
Falkirk town centre is fairly small and walkable.

The Wheel is 2.5 miles west of town centre: Bus 6 runs there every 30 min, or walk along the canal towpath, which passes Falkirk High railway station. Turn east instead to enter the long spooky canal tunnel.

Taxi firms are Express (+44 1324 638000) and Five Star (+44 1324 61933). The taxi rank is on Lower Newmarket Street.

See

 * is a woodland park a mile west of town. It's the site of the 1746 Battle of Falkirk Muir, and there are plans for a visitor centre, but nothing's come of this. The Jacobites had advanced as far south as Derby then were rolled back, but they remained strong and came again, targetting Stirling. A Government relief force was trounced at the battle here, but the Jacobites failed to take advantage and the government forces re-grouped. Bonny Prince Charlie's Jacobites continued their streak of victorious retreats, and the endgame would be played at Culloden.
 * are two huge horse-head sculptures at the terminus of the Forth and Clyde Canal into the tidal river Carron. Completed in 2013, they're visible from the adjacent M9, use Jcn 1 onto A9 for a closer view. They're 98 ft (30 m) high: Kelpies were shape-shifting water creatures that might ensnare you by resembling a horse, and they also commemorate the heavy draught horses that hauled barges along the canals.
 * is a woodland park a mile west of town. It's the site of the 1746 Battle of Falkirk Muir, and there are plans for a visitor centre, but nothing's come of this. The Jacobites had advanced as far south as Derby then were rolled back, but they remained strong and came again, targetting Stirling. A Government relief force was trounced at the battle here, but the Jacobites failed to take advantage and the government forces re-grouped. Bonny Prince Charlie's Jacobites continued their streak of victorious retreats, and the endgame would be played at Culloden.
 * are two huge horse-head sculptures at the terminus of the Forth and Clyde Canal into the tidal river Carron. Completed in 2013, they're visible from the adjacent M9, use Jcn 1 onto A9 for a closer view. They're 98 ft (30 m) high: Kelpies were shape-shifting water creatures that might ensnare you by resembling a horse, and they also commemorate the heavy draught horses that hauled barges along the canals.
 * is centred on The Steeple, the 141-ft (43-m) clocktower built in classical style in 1814. This was never a church, but was a tolbooth or town jail. (Tolbooth St north side of it is said to be Britain's shortest street, but there are rival claims, eg by Wick). The High Street was the traditional A9 Edinburgh to John O'Groats road but is now pedestrianised, and M9 bypasses to the north.
 * Old Parish Church or Trinity is on High St 100 yards west of the Steeple. Here stood the 7th-century "Faw Kirk", but it was replaced or rebuilt in later centuries and the present building is mostly from 1811. Buried here are Sir John de Graeme and Sir John Stewart of Bonkyll, both killed at the 1298 Battle of Falkirk. Trinity is still in use as a Church of Scotland.
 * Pleasance is the nondescript modern street south of Howgate Shopping Centre which was the site of Falkirk Fort on the Antonine Wall. Nothing to see here but plenty in the museums, as excavation revealed the best examples of the Romans in Scotland. Most astonishing was Scotland's earliest tartan, a black and white wool weave in the neck of a jar of Roman coins buried in 260 AD. It's become the traditional tartan of the Shepherd family and of the County of Northumberland.
 * Westquarter Burn at the southeast boundary of Callender Park is the probable site of the 1298 Battle of Falkirk, with the Scots led by William Wallace ranged north of the burn and the English led by Edward I south of it. Wallace had smashed the English at Stirling Bridge and raided into Northumberland, but Edward returned with a bigger army. Wallace's tactics at Falkirk were poor, his men were felled by English archery, and he could never again do more than skirmish.
 * on the Union Canal is 2088 ft (636 m), a long dark spooky passage. Enter from the north off Slamannan Road next to Falkirk High railway station. The south entrance is in a deep cutting with no immediate access to the streets above, so continue out into open country for views towards the Forth. You might as well carry on to Polmont and ride the train or bus back from there.
 * California four miles southeast of town is not as sunny as the Council's publicity department makes out. Coal was mined here, and the settlement expanded around the time of the 1848-55 California Gold Rush. The pit has long closed so just take the obligatory photo of the village sign and move on, perhaps to Moscow near Ayr.
 * is an 18th-century glasshouse for growing pineapples and other tropical fruit, and shaped like one. You can't go inside, but can admire the odd exterior and the grounds free. It's 4 miles north of Falkirk just beyond Airth, open daily.
 * is an 18th-century glasshouse for growing pineapples and other tropical fruit, and shaped like one. You can't go inside, but can admire the odd exterior and the grounds free. It's 4 miles north of Falkirk just beyond Airth, open daily.

Do

 * What's on? For local events listen to Central FM on 103.1 FM or read Falkirk Herald, published weekly.
 * Football:
 * were also promoted, to play in Scottish League One the third tier, at Ochilview Park, capacity 3700.
 * Rugby: Falkirk RFC play in National League 2, the amateur game's third tier in Scotland. They play at Dorrator Rd Camelon, north edge of town.
 * Canal boat trips tour the Wheel. Private boat owners can pass through free but must give prior notice, same as the other canal locks. A one-hour trip is run by Scottish Canals: it sails from the Visitor Centre, ascends the Wheel and goes through Tamfourhill Tunnel to the basin then returns. In 2022 the fare is adult £13.50, child £8. In previous summers longer trips sailed, for instance from Ratho, making a day of it and serving a leisurely lunch. No-one offers canal barge holidays, as these waterways are too limited.
 * Cinema: Cineworld is on Central Retail Park north side of town.
 * Golf: Falkirk GC is two miles west by Camelon railway station. Further out are Bonnybridge GC, Falkirk Tryst GC, Glenbervie GC and Grangemouth GC. There's a Par-3 course in the park by Callendar House.
 * Airth Highland Games are held on the fourth Saturday in July at The Wilderness, Airth FK8 2LN (a lot closer to main street than that address suggests). The next are on Sa 27 July 2024.

Buy

 * Howgate Shopping Centre is the most central, on High St. A block north, ASDA is open daily 7AM-10PM.
 * Central Retail Park is north side of the railway through Grahamston. Tesco is open daily 6AM-midnight, and 200 yards (180 m) west is Morrisons.

Eat

 * Erewan Thai at 11 East Bridge St is open Tu-Th 5-9PM, F Sa noon-10PM, Su 5-8PM.
 * Lanna Thai by Grahamston station is open Tu-Sa noon-2PM, 5-10PM; Su 5-10PM.
 * Erewan Thai at 11 East Bridge St is open Tu-Th 5-9PM, F Sa noon-10PM, Su 5-8PM.
 * Lanna Thai by Grahamston station is open Tu-Sa noon-2PM, 5-10PM; Su 5-10PM.
 * Lanna Thai by Grahamston station is open Tu-Sa noon-2PM, 5-10PM; Su 5-10PM.

Drink

 * Town centre pubs are Wellington Bar, The Jolly, Scotia, Carron Works (JD Wetherspoon), Aitken Bar, Tolbooth Tavern, The Wheatsheaf, The Courtyard, Cheerz, New Market Bar, Behind The Wall, High Spirits and the Railway Tavern.
 * Falkirk Distillery produces single malt whisky.
 * Rosebank Distillery closed in the 1990s, but 30-year old malts from that period are still available. The place has been rebuilt and resumed production in 2022, with the whisky on sale from late 2025.

Sleep

 * Junction 5 of M9: see Polmont for Premier Inn Falkirk West, Travelodge, OYO Metro Inn and Beancross Farm Hotel, all clustered here.
 * Junction 5 of M9: see Polmont for Premier Inn Falkirk West, Travelodge, OYO Metro Inn and Beancross Farm Hotel, all clustered here.
 * Junction 5 of M9: see Polmont for Premier Inn Falkirk West, Travelodge, OYO Metro Inn and Beancross Farm Hotel, all clustered here.

Connect
As of Feb 2022, Falkirk has 4G from all UK carriers, and you might get 5G with Three.

Go next

 * Linlithgow is an attractive town and castle overlooking a loch, easily reached by bus or train.
 * Bo'ness has the Bo'ness and Kinneil Steam Railway.
 * Edinburgh is the splendid capital city of Scotland, 30 minutes east on the train.
 * Stirling to the north is a miniature Edinburgh with its castle perched on a crag.

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Falkland Islands

The Falkland Islands consist of two main islands and several hundred smaller islands in the south Atlantic Ocean, off the east coast of southern South America. They are a British Overseas Territory, but nearby Argentina claims jurisdiction under the name Islas Malvinas. Most visitors to the islands come between October and March (Southern Hemisphere summer) to enjoy the spectacular wildlife and hardy rural lifestyle.

Settlements
"Town" is a relative term in the Falklands. While the population of Stanley hovers near 2,000, the populations of other settlements usually range from the single digits to perhaps 20 people with a noticeable increase during the busy sheep shearing times. In comparison, the average medium-sized village in the United Kingdom has a population of around 3,000 and this is nearly the total population of the entire Falkland Islands.

 * – the capital and port, and the only town in any normal sense of the word. Highlights include the cathedral and its whale bone arch, a history museum, the governor's residence and the penguins at nearby Volunteer Point.
 * – a small settlement with numerous remnants of the 1982 war on East Falkland; this was the site of an eponymous battle in that conflict. Although accommodation is limited, it serves as a better base for exploring the southern region of Lafonia than Stanley.
 * – a 200,000-acre (800 km²) sheep farm on West Falkland: the only way to access from Stanley is by air, landing in a nearby field, or the ferry service twice a day from East Falkland. Port Howard is an extremely tranquil part of the world, with far-reaching views and great hiking opportunities.
 * – largest settlement in Lafonia and residential centre of North Arm Farm.

Islands
Life in the Falklands can be divided between living in Stanley or living in camp, i.e. anywhere outside the capital. The two main islands of the territory are East Falkland and West Falkland, with numerous smaller islands providing additional destinations.

Understand
The Falklands are a UK Overseas Territory. The archipelago is roughly the size of Wales or, in North American terms, Connecticut, but extremely sparsely populated; penguins outnumber humans by a hundred to one. The islands are also claimed by Argentina as the Islas Malvinas and were the site of a major conflict between the two countries in 1982.

History
Although first sighted by an English navigator in 1592, the first recorded landing took nearly a century more by an Englishman in 1690. The French established a settlement later still in 1764 that was later given to Spain. The French called the islands les îles Malouines, after the port of Saint-Malo in Brittany, from where the Falklands' first settlers originated. It is from this that the Spanish name, Malvinas, is derived.

A British settlement followed shortly in 1766 and the islands became the subject of ongoing territorial disputes between Britain and Spain, which subsequently became a dispute between Britain and Argentina. Although the islands have a complex history of settlement and abandonment by various nations, it is generally accepted that since 1833 the islands have been under British control. During most of the 19th century who did or should govern the islands was a non-issue in Argentinian and international politics, and there are even some semi-official maps from that era that show the islands as British. However beginning in the 20th century, nationalist voices in Argentina demanded the islands to be "given back" to Argentina based on the tenuous Spanish claim, that Argentina claimed to have "inherited" and an even shakier claim of Argentinian administration and settlement of the islands prior to 1833, that was violently ejected according to those Argentinian claims.

Open conflict between Britain and Argentina began on 2 April 1982 when Argentina's military junta ordered the invasion of the islands. The British responded with an expeditionary force that landed seven weeks later. After fierce fighting in what is often known as the Falklands War, the Argentine occupation force was forced to surrender on 14 June 1982. Nonetheless, today Buenos Aires still refuses to give up Argentina's claim to the territory, and continues to push for a peaceful transfer of sovereignty, though most Falkland Islanders consider themselves to be British with no interest in joining Argentina. There was a referendum held on the question in 2013, in which 99.8 % voted to remain a British territory.

Economy
The economy of the Falklands used to be based on agriculture (mainly sheep farming) but today fishing contributes the bulk of economic activity. Income from licensing foreign trawlers totals more than US$40 million per year with squid accounting for 75% of the fish taken. Agricultural activities mainly support domestic consumption with the exception of high grade wool which is exported. Surveys have revealed oil deposits within a 200 mile oil exploration zone around the islands and exploratory drilling is under way. The British military presence provides a sizeable economic boost.

Tourism is being actively encouraged and increasing rapidly with about 66,000 visitors in 2009; a large part of the increase is from visiting cruise liners. The majority of visitors are from the UK but efforts are being made to encourage wildlife and adventure tourism. The main season is November to March but angling for sea trout is most favourable outside of this period.

Flora and fauna
The most popular reason to visit is for the scenic beauty and the flora and fauna. Conservation is high on the islands' agenda. Bird and marine species are the most prevalent fauna and include five species of penguin, four species of seal, albatross, petrels, the Falkland flightless steamer duck (logger duck), other duck species, geese, hawks and falcons. The striated caracara (johnny rook) is a rare bird of prey found only on the Falkland Islands and some islands off Cape Horn. Porpoises and dolphins are often sighted with the occasional sighting of whales.

Terrain

The terrain is rocky and hilly, with some boggy terrain. Peat is found throughout the islands, leading to potentially dangerous fire conditions; once ignited, a peat fire can burn for months. The deeply indented coast provides good natural harbours. The highest point in the islands is the 705 m Mount Usbourne.

Climate
Strong westerly winds are a constant in many parts of the islands. It is more likely to rain in the southeastern part of the islands with the far western islands getting very little yearly precipitation. Temperatures are cool and snow may occur at any time except for January and February, although accumulation is rare. Most visitors come to the islands between November and March.

The Falklands is a victim of the Antarctic ozone hole, so it is important to wear sunscreen on sunny days during the early summer.

Holidays

 * HM the Queen's Birthday, 21 April
 * Liberation Day, 14 June (1982)
 * Battle Day, 8 December

Tourist information

 * Falkland Islands Falkland Islands Tourism. Jetty Visitor Centre, Stanley,, fax: +500 22619, jettycentre@horizon.co.fk@undefined

Talk
Falkland Islanders speak English. Some native islanders have a peculiar accent, which can sound like a mixture of Westcountry English with something more New Worldy or Southern Hemispheric: Australian, Kiwi or South African. However, a large number of islanders grew up in Great Britain, and have kept their accents. Falklands English is mostly the same as British English, but there are a handful of words unique to the islands. For instance, camp refers to anywhere in the islands outside Stanley; the word derives from the Spanish campo, meaning countryside. Kelpers are the islanders themselves, and the term refers to the seaweed; this nickname whilst traditionally not a pejorative, has been used disparagingly by Argentinians and so it is advisable to avoid its use. Benny is a pejorative nickname for Falkland Islanders coined by British soldiers, to avoid giving offence it should be not used by visitors.

Knowledge of Spanish as a foreign language is fairly widespread, as it is a compulsory subject in school, being the lingua franca in much of continental South America. As the schools follow the English education system, European Spanish as prescribed by the Real Academia Española in Madrid is taught, rather than a South American variety of the language, but Falkland Islanders may use seseo pronunciation typical of South American dialect. There is a small population of Hispanophones in the islands, consisting mostly of Chileans, and the language is also present in some placenames. Falklands English borrowed some Spanish words.

Visa requirements
With the exception of those arriving by cruise ship who will not be spending a night on land, all visitors to the Falklands must show that they have a return ticket, accommodation and sufficient funds to cover their expenses while in the islands. A major credit card will be accepted as proof of funds. A departure tax of £22 is charged when leaving the territory from Mount Pleasant airport. A visa is required except in the following cases:

Visas can be obtained from a British embassy or consulate, or, if you are in the UK, the Falkland Islands Customs and Immigration Department,.
 * Visitors arriving on board a cruise ship and do not spend a night in the islands.
 * Visitors who hold a passport from the following countries: Andorra, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Paraguay, Poland, Portugal, Romania, San Marino, Slovakia, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, United Kingdom, United States, Uruguay, Vatican City.
 * Visitors who have a passport or international travel document issued by the Red Cross or United Nations.

By plane
There is also an airport in  but it has a smaller runway and is used primarily for flights within the Falklands.

It is expensive to get off the islands and a return flight to Santiago (the nearest airport interchange hub) costs approximately £800 per person and is a 7-hour flight. It costs £1,600 for a return ticket to the UK if you are eligible for discount (you need to be a Falkland Islands Government employee) otherwise it costs £2,100. Veterans of the 1982 conflict and widows of those killed can get a very generous discount on RAF flights, with tickets costing as little as £150, however, such passengers have the lowest priority on place allocations; serving military personnel, islanders and fully paying customers (in that order) have higher priority on seat allocation, which is often only definitive on the day of departure. The RAF contracts two flights per week which are subject to military priorities. For tickets, you should call the Falklands Island Government Office in London at.

The Mount Pleasant airport is 56 km (35 miles) from Stanley. Falkland Island Tours & Travel (, [mailto:fitt@horizon.co.fk fitt@horizon.co.fk]) operates a shuttle bus that meets all flights and that can take visitors to and from the capital for £15 per person (one-way). Taxis also take passengers to and from the airport, and these must be booked in advance.

By ship
Large cruise ships stop at Stanley's port throughout the island's summer months (October - April). These boats may also stop at some of the outlying islands. While cruise ships can dock at Stanley you should be prepared to come ashore on a zodiac (also called a rigid inflatable boat, or RIB) when landing on most other islands. It is also typical for expedition ships en route to Antarctica to include a stop at the Falkland Islands in their itinerary.

By plane
Travelling between islands in the Falklands is generally done using the Falkland Islands Government Aviation Service (FIGAS). The planes are Britten Norman Islander aircraft, capable of carrying eight passengers plus pilot. Passenger load may be reduced depending on the condition of the airstrips being visited. With the exception of Stanley and Mount Pleasant, all airstrips in the Falklands are either dirt strips or grassy fields. Be prepared for slight delays while livestock is cleared from airstrips prior to takeoff or landing!

FIGAS flights leave twice daily from the airstrip just outside of Stanley and travel to a variety of locations throughout the islands. There is a baggage limit of 20 kg per person which is strictly enforced; you and your baggage will be weighed prior to boarding in Stanley. There is an additional charge of £1.40 per kg, space permitting. Unless the plane is flying to an island with a very poor landing strip there are almost never weight constraints that would prevent travelling with a few extra kilos of baggage.

Reservations are required for travel and should be booked at least 24 hours in advance. Booking reservations can be done either by calling the airport, emailing [mailto:freservations@figas.gov.fk freservations@figas.gov.fk] or visiting the airport in person when it is open (hours vary depending on flight schedules but mid-morning is usually a good time). Flight schedules, including the names of passengers booked on each flight, are announced the night before departure on Falklands Radio, and are also available via a fax service. Most lodges will post the schedule as soon as it is announced.

Flights can be paid for in cash or with credit card. Fares vary by destination but sample fares (one-way) from November 2009 were:
 * Stanley to Sea Lion Island: £59.46
 * Stanley to Port Howard: £58.75
 * Saunders Island to Pebble Island: £25.38
 * Pebble Island to Stanley: £64.43

By boat
While it is possible to get around the Falklands by boat, as of March 2010 there was no regular service available to tourists travelling in small groups to the outer islands; (contrary to reports in guide books, the Golden Fleece does not taxi passengers around the islands). For large groups it may be possible to charter a boat in advance thus providing a great way to visit some of the less-travelled islands. Per-passenger landing fees are charged on many of the islands; contact the island's owner before visiting.

However there is a regular passenger ferry between New Haven, 2 hours car journey from Stanley to Port Howard. Ferry tickets must be booked in advance from Workboat Services on 22300. As of December 2008 example prices were: foot passage single £10; car passage single £25.

Large cruise ships are the most common means for people to visit the Falklands, and most will make several landings at various islands. Note that aside from Stanley all landings from cruise ships are done using zodiacs (small inflatable boats), and in many cases the lack of docking areas will require a quick wade from the zodiac onto shore.

By taxi
Within Stanley there are two taxi services that can be hired for travel throughout the town and surrounding areas, including the Mount Pleasant airport.

By Land Rover
Land Rover rental may be possible from Stanley. Contact either the Falkland Islands Company or Stanley Services ([mailto:info@falklandislandsholidays.com info@falklandislandsholidays.com]) for information. Roads in Stanley are paved, but elsewhere road conditions range from well-maintained dirt roads to boggy mud streams. Unless your travels specifically require having your own vehicle, renting a Land Rover is neither necessary nor a particularly good idea.

See

 * Museum - on Holdfast Road.
 * Watch the nature, specially the species of penguins living there.

Do

 * Fishing. The fishing season runs from September to April, and it is a good chance for fishing enthusiasts to catch sea trouts and mullets.

Money
The official Falklands currency is the Falkland Islands pound (FKP) whose value is set equivalent to that of one British pound (GBP).

Banknotes of the Falkland Islands are issued in denominations of £5, 10, 20 and 50. Coins of the Falkland Islands are issued in denominations of 1, 2, 5, 10, 20 and 50 pence, 1 (12-sided, yellow ring with silver center) and 2 pounds.

Money can be exchanged at the only bank in the islands which is located in Stanley across from the FIC West store. The bank doesn't have an ATM, but there is one in Stanley Services on the bypass (the only one on the islands as of 2021). British pounds will generally be accepted anywhere in the islands. Within Stanley, credit cards, euros and U.S. dollars are also often accepted. On the outlying islands credit cards will probably not be accepted, although euros and U.S. dollars may be taken; check with the owners in advance to determine what is an acceptable payment method.

It is nearly impossible to exchange Falklands currency outside of the islands, so exchange money prior to leaving the islands.

Eat
Meals in the Falklands are primarily traditional British. Fish and chips, roast beef, mutton and tea are standard fare. There are some Spanish influences such as Milanesa and Casuela. While in camp many of the lodges provide home-cooked meals in very generous portions and their food is generally better than is found in Stanley's pubs and cafés. However, Stanley does have a few good restaurants.

It is difficult to find fresh fruit and vegetables, and they are generally very expensive. A banana will cost £1 and a small orange or one single plum will cost 90p. Cabbage and cauliflower costs around £4.50 for half a portion. Half a portion of lettuce costs around £3.50 and a small cucumber costs £4. Tomatoes for some reason are very expensive, for example 2 small tomatoes cost around £2.50. There is no fresh milk available and all milk is UHT/long life milk. The only fresh meat on sale in the supermarket is mutton. A frozen chicken costs around £12 for a 2-kg bird.

Local specialities include diddle-dee jam, made from red crowberry or diddle-dee (empetrum rubrum), which grow wild on the heaths. If you can stomach the bizarre, translucent appearance, boiled penguin eggs are a delicacy available in the fancier hotels.

Drink
While most items in the Falklands are expensive due to the cost of importing, there are no taxes on alcohol making beer prices fairly reasonable. Pubs and lodges offer a wide selection, although most drinks will usually come from a can or bottle rather than a tap. There are also a few local microbreweries that provide local drinks inspired by the surrounding areas. These can be bought in gift shops, and some are available on tap in various bars around Stanley.

Sleep
Accommodation in Stanley includes numerous bed and breakfasts as well as a handful of hotels. Buildings are generally older and the warm hospitality also seems to come from a bygone age. While in camp lodging includes everything from old farmhouses to lodges built specifically for tourism. Camping may be permitted with permission of the landowner. Many places are self-catering meaning supplies will need to be purchased in either Stanley or from a local source, if one is available. When in camp it is essential that lodging be reserved in advance; in Stanley it is generally possible to find lodging without a reservation but it is still recommended that reservations be made.

Work
A work permit is required for any foreign national, including UK citizens, working in the Falklands. Work permits must be applied for prior to coming to the islands and will require an employer's sponsorship. Medical information is also required for the government to approve you work permit.

Like everything in the Falklands, living expenses will be very high. Kerosene (the only form of heating available to most housing here) costs £200 to £300 or more per month to heat a small 3-bedroom house. The internet is very expensive and it costs around £80 per month for a limited data package of 38GB per month. Overall the cost of living is at least 2 times higher than the UK. However this is counterbalanced by the low cost of fuels and meat and the low taxes.

Stay safe
Crime is relatively unknown in the Falklands, although one should still take the normal precautions of not leaving items unattended or travelling alone late at night. If problems are encountered the police force should be helpful. Dial 999 in an emergency situation.

Many animals in the islands can be dangerous when cornered or with young. Elephant seals, sea lions and fur seals are probably the most dangerous; keep a safe distance when viewing these animals. A general rule is that if the animal seems to notice your presence, you are too close. In the long pampas grass on beaches or dunes, it is entirely possible to come across even huge animals without noticing them until you're practically tripping over their bodies, so do take care! Nesting birds, particularly terns and skuas, are quite aggressive when you get too close to their nesting sites, and will mob, scratch and even peck you until you leave their territory. Johnny rooks (striated caracaras) are fearless around humans, unafraid to get very close, and have an unsettling habit of following walkers for miles as though waiting for you to fall into their trap; however they are not dangerous, but are interesting and characterful birds to observe. On the other hand, they do have a habit of stealing items, including phones, cameras, and hats.

The Falklands, being at a far southern latitude, may be affected by the Antarctic ozone hole from August until December. During this time be sure to wear sunscreen on sunny days, as the risk of sunburn is increased significantly. During other months of the year the ozone hole shrinks and the danger from the sun is not significantly greater than anywhere else on the planet. However, it is wise to wear sunscreen as the burning effect of the sun is usually masked by the wind and therefore underestimated by visitors to the islands.

Land mines and other unexploded ordnance (UXO) were a major hazard in the Falklands for almost 40 years after the 1982 conflict. However, in October 2020, the last minefield was successfully cleared and every part of the islands is now free of UXO.

Stay healthy
There are no special medical requirements for visiting the Falklands. There is a large hospital in Stanley, but outside of the capital there are no medical facilities. For serious injuries, the costs of being airlifted out of the islands are very high. Your travel insurance must cover the costs of medical evacuation.

Tap water is safe to drink.

Respect
Since the population has British roots, customs tend to follow those of the United Kingdom, although in many ways the islanders are more conservative than in Britain. Drugs are not tolerated. Margaret Thatcher, the prime minister in 1982, is viewed extremely positively, rather than as the 'marmite' figure she has become elsewhere.

Attitudes towards LGBT people are overwhelmingly positive; same sex marriage was made legal in 2017, and Stanley hosted the islands' first pride event in the same year. Furthermore, all discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation is illegal.

Among some residents there is still a mistrust of Argentines stemming from the 1982 conflict. You should never refer to the islands as Argentine. In a 2013 referendum, 99.8% of the turnout voted to remain British, and many residents were there during the 1982 war. This should give you a good idea of how likely you are to cause offence, as calling the islands Argentine is virtually guaranteed to irritate and potentially start a fight.

In addition to the above concerns, there exists a Country Code that should be followed by visitors to the islands:

 * Always ask permission before entering private land.
 * Keep to paths wherever possible. Leave gates open or shut as you found them.
 * Be aware of the high fire risk throughout the Islands. Be extremely careful when smoking not to start fires. Take cigarette butts away with you.
 * Do not litter; take your rubbish home with you.
 * Do not disfigure rocks or buildings.
 * Do not touch, handle, injure or kill any wild bird or other wild animal.
 * Never feed any wild animals.
 * Always give animals the right of way. Remember not to block the routes of sea birds and seals coming ashore to their colonies.
 * Try to prevent any undue disturbance to wild animals. Stay on the outside of bird and seal colonies. Remain at least six metres away. When taking photographs or filming stay low to the ground. Move slowly and quietly. Do not startle or chase wildlife from resting or breeding areas.
 * Some plants are protected and should not be picked.
 * Whalebones, skulls, eggs or other such items may not be exported from the Falklands.

Connect
For all emergencies, including police, fire, ambulance and bomb disposal, dial 999 free of charge.

The country code for dialling the Falklands is +500.

The local phone company, Sure, sells phone cards which can be used throughout the territory but international calls cost £0.90 per minute. Broadband internet access now exists island-wide although speeds are much closer to dialup, 56 Kbps or less. Several hotels, as well as the visitor centre offer computers that accept Sure internet cards and there are an increasing number of Wi-Fi hotspots. Phone and internet cards can be purchased from the Sure office in Stanley (on the hill past the War Memorial), as well as in some of the shops in town. The larger lodges will also sell phone cards and may have internet cards. There is a 4G mobile phone network that has a decent coverage, however outside of settlements, it can be hard to find signal.

The postal service in the Falklands is reliable and letters can be posted easily from Stanley and most settlements. The main post office is located in Stanley town centre across from the FIC West store.

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Fallbrook

Fallbrook is a city in North County (San Diego County).

Understand
Fallbrook has a population of 30,000 people. The average daytime high is 76 degrees, with the warmest summer temperatures seldom exceeding 90 degrees. Most of the area is frost-free; during the coldest periods the average nighttime temperature is about 42 degrees.

It is the self-titled "Avocado Capital of the World" with avocado farming being a predominant industry around the city. It is also the east entrance to the Camp Pendleton Marine Corps base.

By car
Fallbrook is west of Interstate 15. Take the Mission Road exit (Exit 51) and head west.

By bus
North County Transit District provides bus service to Fallbrook.

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Fallon

Fallon is a city in Central Nevada. Fallon is a city in one of Nevada's few agricultural areas. The farms are irrigated using water extracted from the Carson River near the river's terminus into the Carson Sink.

Gambling
Fallon has a handful of casinos, all owned by Nugget.

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Fall River

There is more than one place called Fall River:

Canada

 * Fall River (Nova Scotia) - A town in Nova Scotia.

United States of America

 * Fall River (Kansas) - A town in Kansas.
 * Fall River (Massachusetts) - A town in Massachusetts.
 * Fall River (Tennessee) - A town in Tennessee.
 * Fall River (Wisconsin) - A town in Wisonsin.
 * Fall River County (South Dakota) - A town in South Dakota.

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Fall River (Massachusetts)

In the SouthCoast region of Massachusetts, where the Taunton River empties into Mount Hope Bay, stands Fall River- the "Spindle City". Not to be overshadowed by nearby Boston and Providence, Fall River offers visitors unique attractions that are absent from its two larger neighbors. Fall River is famous for Battleship Cove, the largest museum of its kind in the world; a rich Portuguese-American culture, featuring authentic food; and the accused axe murderess Lizzie Borden.

History
Fall River's name comes from Quequechan (locally, QUICK-uh-shan), a Wampanoag word meaning "Falling Water". At one time, the Quequechan River meandered through the city, connecting South Watuppa Pond to the Taunton River via eight small waterfalls. Today, most of the river is routed underground, covered by I-195. A lone aboveground waterfall remains; it's manmade and hidden in the Metacomet Mills complex, near where Anawan St. intersects Davol St.

The Spindle City
Fall River was the USA's largest cotton textile manufacturer in the late 1800s, earning its enduring nickname of "Spindle City". While this industry has largely disappeared, the granite mill buildings it left behind define the appearance of the city's South End. The aristocratic owners of these mill complexes lived in the Victorian mansions lining the streets of The Highlands, a neighborhood of the suburban North End. Among the mills that have not burned down or been demolished, many now house restaurants and retailers. Yet, the city's textile heritage lives on through more than just its structures. In 2020, amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, Fall River's Merrow Manufacturing Company was the largest producer of USA-sourced PPE, including face masks.

The Fall River Line

Along the Taunton River, the city's western border, lies The Waterfront. In the 19th century, this was the port for The Fall River Line, a steamboat-rail connection from New York City to Boston. Travel on the line's ornate "floating palaces" was the most luxurious way to get between these Northeastern hubs- just ask any of the six U.S. presidents, including FDR, who took the journey. The steamboats are gone today, but massive warships, including the USS Massachusetts ("Big Mamie"), have taken their place at Battleship Cove Museum. In the 2010s, significant investment revitalized the Waterfront, with new restaurants, breweries, and a boardwalk. In the 2020s, the anticipated completion of the South Coast Rail will once again make Fall River's Waterfront a transportation hub, connecting Battleship Cove Station with Boston.

Immigration
Fall River's 19th century prominence drew in immigrants from a multitude of cultures. While these close-knit communities are less homogenous today, the parks, churches, and monuments they left behind define the neighborhoods they once inhabited. Irish immigrants, many from County Cork, founded Corky Row. Polish people flocked to what is now the Niagara Neighborhood. French-Canadians were met with austerity and skepticism as they moved into The Flint.

In the 20th century, a new group of immigrants- the Portuguese- arrived in droves, and today are by far the largest ethnic group. Over 40% of people in Fall River identify as Portuguese, higher than any other city in the country. Most are of Azorean descent.

In the 21st century, Fall River remains a melting pot of cultures, with growing communities of Brazilian, Hispanic, African American, Cambodian, and Vietnamese people.

Climate
New England climates are typically unpredictable and can range from bitter cold to very hot. Winters can be freezing and can feature varying levels of snowfall. Summer weather can be humid and hot, especially away from the waterfront. The most temperate times of the year are late spring and late summer/early fall.

Talk
Speech in Fall River is distinctly, authentically New England (unlike in Boston, where transplants from across the country have made the local accent an endangered species). The “Fall River accent” is most similar to Rhode Island’s dialects, themselves influenced by Boston and NYC. The result is rounded vowels, dropped ‘r’s (Fall River becomes “Fawl Rivah”), and ‘r’s where there aren’t any (pizza becomes “peetzer”). Visitors will hear the classic “wicked,” “blinker,” and “packie,” alongside more local words like “bubbler” (water fountain) and “grinder” (Italian submarine sandwich).

Tens of thousands of Fall River residents speak Portuguese. Many were born on the island of São Miguel, and their dialect, Micaelense, is perhaps the most difficult Portuguese accent to understand. Locals may switch freely between Portuguese and English in conversation. Even non-speakers integrate Portuguese words and phrases into their daily speech, particularly for food items. For example, chouriço, a sausage similar to Spanish chorizo, is locally pronounced "shuh-REECE”. Dozens of Portuguese surnames, and their Americanized pronunciations, are common knowledge across Fall River, while being completely unknown elsewhere in the state.

Fall River is also home to communities speaking Spanish, Cape Verdean Creole, French, Polish, and Khmer.

By plane

 * Logan International Airport in Boston is the primary international airport serving the area.
 * T.F. Green Airport in Warwick (Rhode Island) is the city's nearest major domestic airport.
 * New Bedford Regional Airport offers flights from Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket.
 * Taunton Municipal Airport (FAA: TAN) in East Taunton is a small regional airport.

By car
Most visitors arrive by car, due to Fall River's relative lack of intercity public transportation.

Major state and interstate highways

 * Interstate 195 runs east-west between Providence and Cape Cod. Primary route from Providence and Cape Cod. Exits: 11, 12, 13, 14A, 14B.
 * MA Route 24 runs south-north from Newport to Randolph. Primary route from points north, notably Boston (via Interstate 93), and from Southern Rhode Island. Exits: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8A, 8B.
 * U.S. Route 6 runs east-west through Fall River, from Provincetown in Cape Cod toward Providence, ultimately running another to California.

Other numbered highways

 * MA Route 79 begins in Fall River and terminates in Middleborough to the north. Connects I-195 to Route 24.
 * MA/RI Route 81 begins in Little Compton to the south and terminates in Fall River.
 * MA/RI Route 138 from Newport to Milton enters Fall River from Tiverton, crosses the river via Routes 79/6 into Somerset, and runs north toward Taunton.
 * MA/RI Route 177 passes through Fall River for a whopping 200 feet to connect Tiverton with Westport.

By bus

 * The Southeastern Regional Transit Authority (SRTA) offers daily buses from nearby Swansea, Dartmouth, and New Bedford to Fall River.
 * The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) offers daily buses from Providence and Newport to Fall River.
 * Peter Pan Bus Lines offers bus routes from Boston and Newport. These are expensive coach buses (over $20 one-way). Due to COVID-19, bus service is extremely infrequent on these lines as of Dec 2020.

By train
As of 2020, no train routes directly serve Fall River. However, the South Coast Rail, a direct connection to Fall River from Boston via Middleborough/Lakeville, is anticipated before 2024. Phase 2 of construction will continue throughout the 2020s, yielding a shorter route from Boston via Stoughton.

From Boston, two train routes get within a 30-minute drive of Fall River:
 * Middleborough/Lakeville Commuter Rail (ride to terminus)
 * Providence Commuter Rail (ride to Mansfield, Attleboro, or Providence station stops). Bus connections to Fall River are available from Providence.

By car
Car access is recommended for travel in Fall River.

Parking is free and plentiful throughout most of the city. Downtown, particularly in the areas immediately surrounding Government Center, metered parking may be required.

By bus
The Southeastern Regional Transportation Authority (SRTA) offers 14 bus routes within the city. All routes start at the Louis D. Pettine Transportation Center (118 4th St). Visiting from Boston? Your MBTA CharlieCard works on the bus! Otherwise, you can buy tickets at the bus terminal, or pay in cash (not credit card) onboard. ''Fares: $1.50 per trip ($1.40 with CharlieCard). $0.75 Reduced Fare ($0.70 with CharlieCard). Children under 6 free.''

By taxi
Uber operates in Fall River. Other rideshare services (including Lyft) do not as of Jan 2021.

Traditional taxi services exist, including Town Taxi and Yellow Cab of Fall River. However, their online presence is limited, and as of Jan 2021 it is unclear how regularly they are operating during the COVID-19 pandemic.

By foot
Fall River is a city built on hills, with some streets exceeding a 20% elevation grade. As a result, getting around solely by foot can be a challenge. Walking within neighborhoods is generally doable, but crossing from one to another can be problematic.

By bicycle
Bicycles in Fall River are typically used for recreation, not transportation. Traffic bike lanes do exist, but are sparse and rarely used.

Due to COVID-19 and lack of demand, there are no bike rentals in Fall River or bordering towns as of Jan 2021. The nearest option is Bristol Bikes, west in Bristol (Rhode Island).

If you rode into town, BikeWorks in nearby Swansea is the closest shop offering bicycle service and repair.

Southeastern Massachusetts Bioreserve
Three sections of the massive Southeastern Massachusetts Bioreserve are partially or fully contained in Fall River, offering miles of maintained hiking trails.

Do

The Little Theatre of Fall River puts on six or more theatrical productions a year. Running continuously since 1935, the company's musical and straight play productions can be seen at one of two locations:

Learn

Eat
The hometown of celebrity chef Emeril Lagasse, Fall River hosts multiple culinary hidden gems, and offerings that cannot be found even in nearby Boston.

Bakeries
Fall River is home to some of the best Portuguese bakeries outside of Portugal. Highlights include massa (Portuguese sweet bread), pastéis de nata (Portuguese custard tarts, or natas), papo secos (crusty rolls with a fluffy interior) and malasadas (deep-fried festival donuts rolled in sugar).

Lunch
Lunch in Fall River is one of Massachusetts' greatest bargains. Far from Boston's $15 food trucks, portions here are ample, flavorful, and seldom over $10- including some dishes you can't try anywhere else. Two rival sandwich shops, Marcucci's and Marzilli's, are located a block apart and offer near-identical menus of inexpensive local lunch favorites. "Medium" Italian grinders are 12" long and cost around $6, while pizza squares- saucy, cheeseless rectangles of bread you can only find in and around Rhode Island- can be had for $0.50 each. While everyone in town has their favorite shop, you can't go wrong with either.

Breweries
Since 2018, Fall River has been home to two craft breweries. New England is famous for its beer, and the quality of these two locations exceeds their small size.

Sleep
As of 2020, there are very few options for overnight accommodations in Fall River proper.

Several hotels and motels in Westport or Somerset are less than a mile from Fall River's borders.

Stay safe
Fall River is a sizable city. The precautions one would take in any unfamiliar urban area should be observed, particularly after dark. Crime rates across the city steadily decreased throughout the 2010s. That said, Fall River has one of the highest rates of violent crime in Massachusetts.

A high proportion of crime in the city is drug-related and/or domestic in nature, and does not occur in broad daylight. As a result, it is exceedingly unlikely to be targeted or involved as a random bystander.

Crime is not uniform across the city. Very little occurs in Globe Village, Maplewood, and all neighborhoods north of Route 6. The city’s suburban North End (approximately Zip Code 02720) has significantly less reported crime than neighborhoods in the South End. Rates are highest in Corky Row, Flint Village, and City Center. At night, visitors are recommended to avoid residential streets in these areas, in addition to sections of Pleasant St., Slade St., and city parks.

Stay healthy
In case of emergency, dial 911.

Pharmacies
This list is partial and only includes local, hospital, and 24 hour pharmacies.

Houses of worship
During COVID-19, many places of worship offer services to be viewed online, and may require an online reservation to attend in-person services.

Flags indicate services regularly offered in languages other than English.

Christianity (Non-Roman Catholic)
Affiliation, where not obvious from the name of the church, is provided in parentheses.

This list is incomplete, and congregations for other denominations may exist in Fall River.

Roman Catholicism
Fall River is a predominantly Catholic city, and the seat of the Fall River Diocese.

This list is complete as of Jan 2021; however, church closings are increasingly frequent with changes in city demographics and Diocesan funding.

Bordering towns
Fall River is bordered by five towns- four in Massachusetts, and one in Rhode Island.
 * Somerset to the west provides a lovely view of Fall River's skyline rising above the Taunton River.
 * Freetown to the north is home to Assonet Village and the majority of Freetown State Forest.
 * Dartmouth touches a sliver of Fall River's east border. Home to UMass Dartmouth, shopping centers, and the charming seaside village of Padanaram.
 * Westport comprises most of Fall River's east border. Massachusetts' westernmost Atlantic port (west port, get it?), it is home to Horseneck Beach, Fall River's closest glimpse of the ocean.
 * Tiverton (Rhode Island) to the south is a quiet town featuring Fort Barton (a hiking area centered on a Revolutionary War defense post) and beaches on the Sakonnet River.

Destinations

 * Boston- New England’s largest city presents virtually endless itineraries to visitors. History buffs will be delighted by the Freedom Trail, which follows pivotal locations of the American Revolutionary War. Other highlights include the Red Sox’s Fenway Park; the palatial MFA, 14th largest art museum in the world; internationally renowned universities, including Harvard and MIT in nearby Cambridge; and the Boston Harbor Islands.  north via Route 24 and I-93.
 * Cape Cod- First things first: you don't "Go up to Cape Cod", you "Go down the Cape." If you can make it through the ludicrous summer traffic, the Cape offers miles of beaches, artists' refuges, and Provincetown, one of the USA's most popular LGBT getaways.  east to Bourne via I-195 and Route 25; P-Town is another away via Route 6.
 * New Bedford- Fall River's perennial rival, the "Whaling City" is the South Coast's other cultural center. Visit the extensive Whaling Museum to see for yourself why this city inspired Melville's Moby-Dick, then dine on the waterfront by charming cobblestone streets and alleys.  east via I-195.
 * Newport (Rhode Island)- One of the top tourist destinations in Rhode Island, Newport is home to the historic Newport Mansions, museums, and public beaches. In the summer, Newport hosts the world-famous Newport Jazz Festival, alongside the Folk Festival, Tall Ships, and International Oktoberfest.  southwest via Routes 24 and 114.
 * Providence- Fall River has much closer ties with Rhode Island's capital than it does with Boston, which can at times feel distant and disconnected. In the warmer months, take an evening gondola ride through WaterFire, a weekend public arts event spanning the rivers of downtown Providence. Year-round, visitors can dine on Federal Hill, a fantastic Little Italy, and shop on eclectic Thayer Street by Brown University and RISD.  west via I-195.
 * Salem (Massachusetts)- Visiting Fall River for Lizzie Borden? Salem should be on your itinerary. In the Salem Witch Trials of 1692, 19 townsfolk were executed for allegedly dabbling in the occult. In modern times, the witches appear to have won: paranormal museums, hundreds of practicing Wiccans, and Mardi Gras-esque Halloween celebrations draw in international crowds. While you’re there, don’t miss the historical architecture- it’s some of New England’s finest and most well-preserved.  north via Route 24 and I-95.

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Fall River Mills

Fall River Mills is a town in the Shasta Cascades region of California.

Get in
Small private plane airport.

The best way to go is by car.

By car
From Redding or Eureka, go east on CA-299 E until you get to Fall River Mills, which is about 69 mi. from Redding and 218 mi. from Eureka.

Get around
The main way to get around is by car.

See

Do
This place is heaven for boaters and fishermen.

Buy
There are no major shopping centers in Fall River Mills. If you are fishing, it might be a good thing to buy some fishing equipment if you're low on it.

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