Why Visit Kiruna Sweden?

Kiruna – Sweden's northernmost city – has a lot to offer. This is where to see the Northern Lights and experience the Midnight Sun. ... Kiruna is the northernmost town in Sweden. It's home to the world's largest underground iron-ore mine, opened in 1898 and still in use.

Is Kiruna worth visiting?

Kiruna is a great base to hunt for the northern lights because it is located north of the Arctic Circle. ... From Kiruna, you can search for the magical northern lights during an exciting guided tour. You could even hunt for them while snowmobiling, snowshoeing or dog sledding.

What is Kiruna known for?

Kiruna houses the largest underground mine (iron ore) in the world, and is also known for the satellite/space projects, the Sami culture, the long winters, its modern town planning, its beautiful church and town hall, the Icehotel, and the easy access to the wilderness and adventure of northern Lapland, including ...