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ning, spherical world hurtling through space would only lead to our planet's inhab-
itants living a confused and disorientated life, they say.
In 'reality,' the stable and calming flat earth is said to have five striking corners:
Lake Mikhayl in Tunguska (Siberia); Easter Island; Lhasa (Tibet); the South Pacific
island of Ponape; and Brimstone Head on Fogo Island, right here in Newfoundland.
So climb up the craggy spine of Brimstone Head, stare off the abyss to earth's dis-
tant edge and judge for yourself if the earth is round or flat. If nothing else, you're
guaranteed a stunning view of Iceberg Alley.
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Fogo Island & Change Islands
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Settled in the 1680s, Fogo is an intriguing and rugged island to poke around. Keep an eye
on this place: it has embarked on an ambitious, arts-oriented sustainable tourism plan
that's quite progressive for the region. The rare Newfoundland pony roams the Change
Islands, which float to the west.
Sights & Activities
On Fogo, the village of Joe Batt's Arm , backed by rocky hills, is a flashback to centuries
past - though it now has a mod twist thanks to the luxe new Fogo Island Inn. A farmers
market takes place at the ice rink on Saturday mornings.
Nearby is Tilting , perhaps the most engaging village on the island. The Irish roots run
deep here and so do the accents. The inland harbor is surrounded by picturesque fishing
stages and flakes, held above the incoming tides by weary stilts. There's also the great
coastal Turpin's Trail (9km) that leaves from Tilting, near the beach at Sandy Cove .
On the opposite end of the island is the village of Fogo and the indomitable Brim-
stone Head . After you take in the mystical rock's view, do another great hike in town:
the Lion's Den Trail (5km), which visits a Marconi radio site. Keep an eye out for the
small group of caribou that roams the island.
As part of the new development plan, the island is stringing art studios along its
walking trails, and inviting painters, filmmakers and photographers from around the
world for residencies. Ask about the digital cinema's current location.