With a population of only 3,100, Qaqortoq is South Greenland's most populous town and the fourth most populated town in Greenland. The name is western Greenlandic and means "the white one". The city of Qaqortoq is the seat of the Municipality of Qaqortoq which, apart from the town itself, includes three small settlements. Qaqortoq was founded by Norwegian trader Anders Olsen in 1775. Near Qaqortoq are the Hvalsey ruins, the most prominent Norse ruins in Greenland. Qaqortoq is also home to the only fountain in Greenland. A tourist attraction, the fountain depicts whales spouting water out of their blowholes.
Vacations to Qaqortoq Greenland often include activities such as hiking, glacier watching and cruising.
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