- Kiruna, a town in Sweden, shares a long history with the indigenous Sámi people1234. The Sámi culture is highly visible in Kiruna, and it encompasses a unique way of life, traditions, and languages. Reindeer herding is a central aspect of Sámi culture and livelihood1. The town's architecture, festivals, and local customs provide a blend of both indigenous and Swedish influences3. Kiruna is also home to the world's largest underground iron ore mine5.Learn more:✕This summary was generated using AI based on multiple online sources. To view the original source information, use the "Learn more" links.The Sámi culture holds a significant place in Kiruna and the surrounding region. The Sámi people are the indigenous inhabitants of the Arctic region, including Kiruna. Their culture has deep roots in this area and encompasses a unique way of life, traditions, and languages. Reindeer herding is a central aspect of Sámi culture and livelihood.www.lightsofvikings.com/kiruna-travel-guide/Kiruna shares a long history with the indigenous Sámi people and Sámi culture and language is highly visible in our society. Together with Swedish and Tornedalian culture, Sámi culture contributes to making Kiruna a unique and interesting destination in the Arctic.kirunalapland.se/en/this-is-kiruna/While Kiruna is profoundly influenced by the Sami, it's also a Swedish town at heart. Midsummer celebrations, the love for fika (coffee breaks), and the warm hospitality are intrinsic parts of life in Kiruna. The town's architecture, festivals, and local customs provide a blend of both indigenous and Swedish influences. The local cuisinewww.campervansweden.com/blog/travel-informatio…Kiruna is a part of sápmi and has been home to Sámi for many generations. The Sámi people are one of the world’s indigenous peoples, and for millennia they’ve lived close to nature. Although the Sámi lifestyle has developed over the years, their traditions and culture are still very much alive. In the Kiruna region, several cultures meet.kirunalapland.se/en/sapmi/Embark on a guided tour of Kiruna, a city steeped in history, home to 3 intriguing cultures: Sami, Swedish, and Finnish, all three of which shaped its mining roots. The city's evolution is intricately tied to the ore body beneath it, necessitating adjustments as the world's largest underground iron ore mine expands.www.theaurorazone.com/tour/kiruna-sami-culture-a…
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See all on WikipediaKiruna is the northernmost city in Sweden, situated in the province of Lapland. It had 17,002 inhabitants in 2016 and is the seat of Kiruna Municipality (population: 23,167 in 2016) in Norrbotten County. The city was originally built in the 1890s to serve the Kiruna Mine. The Esrange Space Center was established … See more
Origins
Archaeological findings have shown that the region around Kiruna has been inhabited for at least 6,000 years.
Centuries before Kiruna was founded in 1900, the presence … See moreKiruna is located in the north of Sweden, 145 kilometres (90 mi) north of the Arctic circle. The city centre is built on the Haukavaara hill at … See more
• Kiruna FF is a Swedish football club located in Kiruna. The club currently competes in Division 3 Norra Norrland, the fifth tier of the Swedish football league system.
• Kiruna IF is a Swedish ice hockey club located in Kiruna. … See moreSpace research
Space research started in the late 1940s.
The ESTRACK Kiruna Station of ESA, the European Space Agency, is located in the municipality. So is See more• Svarta Bjorn, legendary female cook during the founding of the town
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WEBFeb 5, 2024 · Kiruna – or Giron as it's called in Sámi language – is Sweden's northernmost city and a key Sápmi country spot. The Swedish Sámi population (estimated 20,000-40,000) inhabits 35 per cent of …
WEBDec 12, 2023 · Nestling some 200 kilometres north of the Arctic Circle, Kiruna is a gem of a city that forms part of Swedish Lapland – an enormous area covering about a quarter of Sweden. Kiruna also has cultural and …
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WEBOct 2, 2023 · Learn how to plan your trip to Kiruna, the northernmost town in Sweden, and experience the Northern Lights, the Arctic wilderness and the Sámi culture. Find …
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WEBJan 12, 2024 · Kiruna, Sweden is a great blend of Arctic beauty, eco-conscious ethics, and rich culture. With that in mind, it’s a wonderful destination for families seeking …
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WEBKiruna shares a long history with the indigenous Sámi people and Sámi culture and language is highly visible in our society. Together with Swedish and Tornedalian …
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WEBKiruna is a part of sápmi and has been home to Sámi for many generations. The Sámi people are one of the world’s indigenous peoples, and for millennia they’ve lived close to …
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WEBVisit Kiruna the most northerly town in Sweden, famous for the Jukkasjarvi Icehotel. The landscape around Kiruna is beautiful, changing from crystal clear lakes and streaming …
WEBSwedish Lapland's guide to. Kiruna. The morning train arrives in Kiruna on a summer day in July. The city is known for its mine, nature and culture. All year round, under the aurora borealis or the midnight sun, Kiruna is …
WEBKiruna houses the largest underground mine (iron ore) in the world, and is also known for the space research (the space centre is beyond Jukkasjärvi ), the Sámi culture, the …
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