Kiruna - Wikipedia
WEBKiruna (Swedish: [ˈkǐːrʉna]; Northern Sami: Giron; Finnish: Kiiruna [ˈkiːrunɑ]) 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 …
Visit Kiruna for Northern Lights and other natural wonders - Visit …
WEBDec 12, 2023 · Kiruna – an arctic city bathed in the Northern Lights. Kiruna – Sweden’s northernmost city – has a lot to offer. This is where to see the Northern Lights and experience the Midnight Sun. It also boasts Kebnekaise, Sweden’s highest mountain. Last updated 12 December 2023.
Why a Swedish town is on the move – one building at a time
WEBFeb 5, 2023 · The Observer Sweden. This article is more than 1 year old. Why a Swedish town is on the move – one building at a time. Subsidence from the world’s biggest iron ore mine threatens to swallow up the...
THE 15 BEST Things to Do in Kiruna - Tripadvisor
WEBThings to Do in Kiruna, Sweden: See Tripadvisor's 16,404 traveler reviews and photos of Kiruna tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in May. We have reviews of the best places to see in Kiruna. Visit top-rated & must-see attractions.
Kiruna – Travel guide at Wikivoyage
WEBBuy. Eat. Drink. Sleep. Go next. Kiruna (Sami: Giron) in Norrbotten County is Sweden 's northernmost city and home to 18,000 citizens. It is the centre of Kiruna Municipality, Kiruna kommun, which also includes several small villages, resorts and settlements scattered around a large wilderness area. Understand [ edit]
Startsidan - Kiruna Lappland
WEBKiruna. 200 km north of the Arctic Circle, you will experience contrasts from northern lights to the midnight sun, the highest mountain in Sweden to the world's largest underground iron-ore mine, ancient Sámi culture to an ongoing city transformation. The Arctic Capital of Swedish Lapland.
Instead of Being Swallowed by a Mine, This Arctic Town is Moving
WEBMay 28, 2015 · The municipality of Kiruna has two choices—stop mining operations and allow the town to die, or move 18,000 people to a safer location. In a highly unusual—if not unprecedented—decision, the...
Discover Kiruna: Aurora Borealis, Things to Do, Stay & Dine
WEBKiruna is a destination that offers a memorable and unique experience for travelers seeking adventure, natural beauty, and cultural immersion. Whether you’re chasing the Northern Lights or exploring the pristine wilderness of Lapland, Kiruna has something special to offer all year round. How to get there, where to stay, when you should go to Kiruna
Kiruna in Swedish Lapland - Guide 2024 - Visitnordic
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 rivers to rugged mountains. The local Sami people. Are you interested in local traditions, culture and history, Kiruna offers a unique experience.
Where is Kiruna and How Do I Get to Kiruna? - Visit Kiruna
WEBKiruna is located in the far north of Sweden, close to the three-way border where Finland, Norway and Sweden meet. Kiruna is known for it’s massive iron ore mine, endless stretches of pristine wilderness, the midnight Sun and of course the Northern Lights.
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