Kiruna Iron Mine
CountrySweden
RegionLapland
Year Opened1898
Size/Depth1,365 m deep
MineralIron
About Kiruna Iron Mine
The largest and most modern underground iron ore mine in the world. The mine is so large it causes the ground to crack. The entire town of Kiruna is being relocated 3 km east because the mine is undermining it. Produces 26 million tonnes per year.
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