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Kiruna

Kiruna is the northenmost city of Sweden, situated in Lappland province, with roughly 18000 inhabitants. It is the seat of Kiruna Municipality (pop. 23,235), Norrbotten County.
The name Kiruna comes from the Sami language Giron and means ptarmigan, a white bird native to northern areas. This bird is also depicted on the city arms, together with the sign for Iron. Iron symbolizes the mining industry which has been of great importance for the town. (...) more....

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