The Great Church Walk: Kiruna Church's Historic Relocation
In a historic event, Sweden's cherished Kiruna Church is being relocated 5 kilometers east due to expansion of the nearby iron-ore mine. The move, part of Kiruna town's wider relocation, includes efforts from the mining company LKAB and features performances with Swedish royalty in attendance.
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Sweden's revered Kiruna Church is undergoing a remarkable move this week, relocated 5 kilometers east to avoid the encroaching boundaries of the world's largest underground iron-ore mine.
The undertaking is emblematic of Kiruna's broader urban shift, necessitated by the mine's expansion and marked by spirited public engagement.
The relocation, coordinated by the state-owned mining company LKAB, unfolded amidst a two-day extravaganza with live performances, attracting visitors and dignitaries, including Swedish King Carl XVI Gustaf.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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